Tummy Tuck with Low Blood Count?

I agree that you should definitely follow-up with your PCP or internist for evaluation in desired procedures and with the cause of any anemia out in the open they will be able to recommend treatment based on diagnosis. So, it is possible to have surgery with blood levels that are lower than "normal". You will then need to make sure your surgeon takes your anemia into consideration when evaluating you for surgery. It will be a few extra steps, but it is definitely doable!

It sounds like your surgeon has done the right thing. You blood count is a bit low, and it would help with iron supplements to raise it before surgery.
You should have your blood checked again before surgery. As long as you are a young and healthy person and have no underlying risk factors, getting your blood count up slightly would help before your surgery.
Good luck.

Hi there-
As my colleagues have pointed out, all surgery will carry risks...
Your surgery should be safe, provided that your anemia responds to your current iron supplementation.
I'm not sure exactly what happened to your friend, but death after liposuction should be exceedingly rare when performed by a surgeon certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery.

Surgery cannot be performed without risk. You must be willing to accept some degree of risk. Your surgeon chose to delay your surgery until your anemia is corrected because he/she felt it was in your best interests and a sign that he/she cares about your overall well being.

Hello - It sounds as though you may have an underlying cause of your anemia.  Therefore, it's very important for you to be checked out and cleared by your internist and/or a hematologist.  It may take some time to get you 100% ready for surgery, so please be patient.