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Is It Okay to Wear a Wig During Breast Reduction Surgery?

It is a comfort item that I would rather do without...

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6 Doctor Answers | Asked by knikki32
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Breast Reduction Protocol?

Probably best to check with your specific surgeon and facility in regards to your concerns. Best wishes with your upcoming breast reduction surgery; it is one of the most patient pleasing operations we perform.
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Wigs and Surgery

Different operating rooms have different protocols. You should discuss this with your surgeon, anesthesiologist and nursing staff. They may be able to accommodate your request depending on their protocols. Good luck with your surgery.
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Wig during breast reduction surgery

I understand that you'd be uncomfortable without the wig but operating room protocols would prevent you from wearing it. However, don't hesitate to mention this because the OR staff will provide you with a sterile "shower cap" and pemit you to put it on in a private setting if this is important to you.

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Protecting a patient's dignity

This question does come up from time to time. Depending upon the wig and specific surgery center protocols it may be allowed. In any case the staff will do all that can be done to protect your dignity.
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Wearing a wig during breast reduction surgery

You should ask your plastic surgeon what the surgical center's protocol is for this. In the scheme of things, your head is usually covered with a hat so it shouldn't make a difference whether or not you have a wig on. Of course, there always are rules no matter how irrational or unsubstantiated by evidence that they may be.
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Wig in the operating room

Hospital operating rooms will not permit wigs to be worn during surgery, but you certainly can check..
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