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What Are the Serious Risks Associated with Neck Lift Bruising?

asked 9 months ago by anon
Latest answer by Sam Naficy, MD
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Tags: neck, bruising, complication, dangers, dosage, hematoma, ibuprofen, lift, risk

Why might a high does of ibuprofen be a risk factor for neck lift surgery? For someone who bruises very easily, what concerns should patients be aware of?

3 answers to What Are the Serious Risks Associated with Neck Lift Bruising?

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Neck lift and ibuprofen

If you take ibuprofen or aspirin you will be at increased risk of bleeding after surgery. Discuss other pain medication options with your surgeon
Sam Naficy, MD

Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

seattleface.com

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Neck lift bruising if not cared for could be potentially life threatening

Ibuprofen is an anti inflammatory and will promote bleeding after your neck lift. Dont take any blood thinners 2 weeks before and 2 weeks afterwards. I have a list on my website if you are interested. The bruising if it is accompanied by a blood collection could affect your airway and that is why it could be life thrreatening. Below is an example of a video that helps to answer this question for you to watch and a link to see more informative videos: see video
Philip Young, MD

Bellevue Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.drphilipyoung.com

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Ibuprofen use and facial surgery do not mix well

Facial surgery outcomes are directly affected by bleeding. Any drug that affects negatively bleeding time will also affect the final outcome of a Facelift or any cosmetic facial surgery. Ibuprofen prolongs bleeding time in a way similar to aspirin and it should be avoided for at least 2 weeks prior to any cosmetic facial surgery. Other medications in the same class will also affect bleeding and should be avoided.
Mario Diana, MD

San Antonio Plastic Surgeon

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