Is It Safe for Me to Have a Breast Enlargement then Have my Tonsils out 2 Days Later?

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Breast Augementation - Is It Safe for Me to Have a Breast Enlargement then Have my Tonsils out 2 Days Later?

Maybe, but I wouldn't advise doing that. I think it's a set up for a potential problem and I would advise you to leave at least 2-3 weeks in between the two procedures. I'm not sure that there's clear information on which to do first but if they're being done at about the same time I would probably advise doing the tonsils first, since there are bacteria in the mouth and I don't think you'd want to stimulate them within a short time of having done the... more

Breast augmentation and lipposuction should not be combined

If you need a tonsillectomy, this would indicate recurrent bacterial infections. If you have such bacteria in your system, it would be unwise to have a breast augmentation until after you have had a tonsillectomy and established that it was successful. Additionally, I do not recommend having two procedures involving anesthesia within at least one month. These two procedures should be spaced 6-8 weeks apart.

Is it safe to have breast augmentation the tonsillectomy?

The answer is that it's fine to do it theoretically, but may not be practical. Looking at the other answers here, you've been advised not to do it for two reasons: 1. DVT risk 2. Infection risk via transient bacteremia. These can both be managed by dvt prophylaxis, and by antibiotic therapy, so no worries. Here's the problem though: 2 days after augmentation you'll be sore around the chest, you might be on painkillers, you might be nauseated, so that's not a great way to turn up for your... more

Tonsils and Breast Augmentation-How soon?

Dear Brizzy, There are a number of good reasons to separate your breast augmentation and your tonsillectomy. Having two procedures in such a short time-frame does increase your risks for developing blood clots. Also, any oral surgery is not considered "clean" surgery meaning that your mouth is full of bacteria and can increase the risks of your implants becoming infected or developing a sub-acute infection which can have significant complications.... more

Undergo tonsillectomy before the breast augmentation

Given the nature of a tonsillectomy including the transient bacteremias that can/do occur from the procedure, I would not recommend having it performed 2 days after your breast augmentation. The concern here is the risk for infection or subacute infection/bacterial seeding around the implant that could markedly increase your risk of developing capsular contracture. Instead, have the tonsillectomy and then undergo the breast augmentation at least 1 month later (or more) depending on how you... more

Oral surgery may seed bacteria in your bloodstream

Hello, Chances are that you would be ok but there is a theoretical chance that you may deliver some bacteria via your blood stream to the new implants after oral surgery. If possible I would separate the two procedures by a longer period of time. Perhaps tonsils first and then a month or two down the road you can schedule your breast surgery. All the best, Dr Repta

Play it safe!

I agree with the concerns others have with having another invasive procedure soon after a breast augmentation. Despite the convenience of having a single recovery period, it's just not worth the risk. I would separate the two procedures by at least 6 weeks. In terms of the sequence, either one may go first.

Procedures 2 Days Apart?

Thank you for the question. Although it may be tempting to schedule 2 procedures close to one another for purposes of recovery time etc., it does increase risks of complications. Reducing the risk of potential complications should be one of your ( and your surgeon's) priorities. I would suggest undergoing the medically necessary procedures first to be followed by the elective operation several months later. I hope this helps.

Breast Enlargement and tonsil surgery

There are two concerns that come to mind - infection from an oral surgery and bacteria theoretically being transmitted via your bloodstream to the implants, and increased blood clot risk stemming from two procedures under general anesthesia. I would separate the procedures by a minimum of 6 weeks (preferably 3 months). Good luck!

Tonsillectomy and breast surgery

Hi I would strongly recommend against having these two procedures close together. The main risk is risk of infection from the tonsil to the breast implant cavity - at worst it will need removal of the implant(s), at best (if you can call it that) a subclinical (that means a mild, not easily noticeable) infection will greatly increase the risk of capsular contracture later in life. If you have problems with your tonsil, may I suggest that get that sorted first, wait for six to... more

Anindya Lahiri, MBBS

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Birmingham Plastic Surgeon

Wait!

I believe the risks of infection outweigh the benefits. Wait until the tonsils have healed.

Breast augmentation

Your risk for infection is theorectically increased but more importantly, the risk for a blood clot. I would not permit my patients to have a tonsillectomy for at least 6-8 weeks.