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Autoimmune Hepatitis, Cirrhosis, Hypertension - Can I Get a Breast Lift w/ Implants?

asked 1 year ago by Curious86 in Oklahoma City, OK
Latest answer by Tom J. Pousti, MD
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Tags: candidate, Hepatitis, hypertension

I am 25 yrs old and wanting a breast lift with implants. I was in the hospital and gained 50 lbs of water weight in 2 days and it took a toll on my figure i have excess skin now that droops in my pelvic region i would like to get taken care of also. I have health problems and am not sure if i would be eligible to even get the procedure done. I have autoimmune hepatitis. Cirrhosis of liver not due to alcohol. Pulmonary hypertension. I just had my thyroid removed due to thyroid cancer.

2 answers to Autoimmune Hepatitis, Cirrhosis, Hypertension - Can I Get a Breast Lift w/ Implants?

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Breast Lift/ Augmentation with Medical Problems?

I'm very sorry to hear about all the medical issues you have been suffering through. None of the medical conditions that you have described are absolute contraindications to surgery; however, only your physicians who know you well will be able to determine whether you are a suitable candidate for elective surgery. They will make this determination based on your overall medical condition and the risk/benefit ratio. Wishing you better health.
Tom J. Pousti, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon
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Breast lift with implants in a patient with Hepatitis, Cirrhosis, Hypertension?

I am sorry you are having these serious health problems at such a young age, and absolutely understand your wish to improve your appearance and feel better about yourself after all of these issues! The short answer is that elective surgery is indeed elective, but that also means you have to find a surgeon who is as willing to accept the risks as you are. And the risks are truly increased. Your internist needs to perform a comprehensive physical examination to determine if you are... more
Richard H. Tholen, MD, FACS

Minneapolis Plastic Surgeon

www.mpsmn.com

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