Mommy Makeover with High Blood Pressure (Controlled W/meds)

Patients who have a history of elevated blood pressure are commonly seen in cosmetic surgery practices. If your blood pressure is adequately treated and you’re in good health otherwise, there’s no reason not to have a mommy makeover. When a history of hypertension is present, we prefer that patients be cleared by their primary care physicians before we proceed with surgery. In some cases, your internist may order an EKG or lab work.

With regard to your employment, we recommend gradual resumption of light activities starting at about two weeks following surgery. Strenuous activities can be resumed after six weeks. As a prison guard, you might be able to return to light restricted duty at two weeks’ but the return to full strenuous activity might require six weeks.

If your hbp is controlled you should get clearance from your primary care physician before you proceed with the procedure. I recommend patients to take 2 full weeks off of work post mommy makeover. If your job requires heavy lifting or strenuous activity, I would recommend 6 weeks off of work for best results. Good luck.