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How Will Prednisone Effect a Brow Lift Surgery?

asked 6 months ago by anon
Latest answer by Sam Naficy, MD
Question viewed 66 times
Tags: adjust, dosage, medication, prednisone, steroid

Will I need to increase or lower my dosage if I'm going to have a brow lift?

5 answers to How Will Prednisone Effect a Brow Lift Surgery?

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Prednisone and brow lift

Each situation is unique and only your surgeon knows the specific details of your medical history and planned procedure and should be the person commenting on questions such as this
Sam Naficy, MD

Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Effect of Prednisone on Brow Lift Surgery

The answer to your question depends on why you are taking the prednisone, how much you are taking, and for how long. Because steroids are a very important in regulating our metabolism and response to any trauma, your internist and surgeon will provide directions to meet your particular needs.
Richard W. Fleming, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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How Will Prednisone Effect a Brow Lift Surgery?

You should discuss the prednisone use with your medical doctor as prolonged use can decrease the body's ability to heal properly after a Brow Lift or any surgery.
Francis R. Palmer, III, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Browlift

This is a question for your internist. The issues are: 1. What are you taking the prednisone for? 2. Is the dosage of prednisone high enough to effect wound healing? 3. How long have you been on it? 4. You will need stress dosages of Prednisone during the procedure and immediately after. 5. Typically, your dosage will otherwise not change.
David Alessi, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Prednisone and Brow Lifting Surgery

Thank you for the question. I am sure you will be meeting with your plastic surgeon prior to your surgery for a “pre-operative visit”. During this visit your surgeon will review “do's and don'ts” including medications that should be stopped prior to the facial surgery. Some consultation with your physican managing the prednisone may be helpful if the medications you are taking are essential to your function and/or pain relief. Generally speaking,... more
Tom J. Pousti, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon

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