im taking iron, vitamin c, biotin, multi with D3 & calcium, cranberry powder, and pre/probiotics
Answer: Preoperative Preparation Dear Ms. Keli_yilybarbie,Thank you for your question.Here is my advice:1)Healthy diet and moderate excercise.2)Start a daily standard balanced Vitamin (No Mega E)3)No herbs, supplements, or additives (can alter your recovery, healing and anesthesia)4)No aspirin, mega-3, large doses of Vit. E or fish oil, or NSAIDS (Motrin, Aleve, Advil, ibuprofen, etc) 2-4 weeks prior to surgery (can alter your blood clotting).Use only Tylenol for pain relief 5)You are taking supplemental female hormones (even bio identical) or hormonal birth control stop 2-4 weeks prior to susurgery (can increase risk of blood clots).5)Stop smoking 4 weeks before and after wards (can interfere with wound healing).I trust you have chosen a Plastic Surgeon who is experienced and Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. In addition ideally a members of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (denoting by membership as having met additional criteria and a focus on Cosmetic Plastic Surgery).I wish you my best and success,R. A. Hardesty, MD, FACSDiplomate and Certified by the Am. Bd. of Plastic Surgerywwwimagineplasticsurgery.com4646 Brockton AveRiverside, Ca 92506(951) 686-7600
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Answer: Preoperative Preparation Dear Ms. Keli_yilybarbie,Thank you for your question.Here is my advice:1)Healthy diet and moderate excercise.2)Start a daily standard balanced Vitamin (No Mega E)3)No herbs, supplements, or additives (can alter your recovery, healing and anesthesia)4)No aspirin, mega-3, large doses of Vit. E or fish oil, or NSAIDS (Motrin, Aleve, Advil, ibuprofen, etc) 2-4 weeks prior to surgery (can alter your blood clotting).Use only Tylenol for pain relief 5)You are taking supplemental female hormones (even bio identical) or hormonal birth control stop 2-4 weeks prior to susurgery (can increase risk of blood clots).5)Stop smoking 4 weeks before and after wards (can interfere with wound healing).I trust you have chosen a Plastic Surgeon who is experienced and Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. In addition ideally a members of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (denoting by membership as having met additional criteria and a focus on Cosmetic Plastic Surgery).I wish you my best and success,R. A. Hardesty, MD, FACSDiplomate and Certified by the Am. Bd. of Plastic Surgerywwwimagineplasticsurgery.com4646 Brockton AveRiverside, Ca 92506(951) 686-7600
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Answer: Pre-op vitamins Most vitamins should be ok to take pre-operatively but get a list of the herbs, supplements etc.. that you should not be taking from your surgeon just to make sure. My best,
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Answer: Pre-op vitamins Most vitamins should be ok to take pre-operatively but get a list of the herbs, supplements etc.. that you should not be taking from your surgeon just to make sure. My best,
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February 15, 2016
Answer: Vitamins 17 days before surgery. Thank you for your question. In our office we have a list of vitamins, (vitamin E), and herbal supplements, (St. John's Wart, Fish Oil, etc.) that can cause bleeding. Much like ibuprofen or aspirin, they are to be avoided before and for a time after surgery. Certain herbal or over the counter supplements can also interfere with anesthesia. Please contact your board certified plastic surgeon, and ask what their routine is. Please make sure you ask any questions that you may have.
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February 15, 2016
Answer: Vitamins 17 days before surgery. Thank you for your question. In our office we have a list of vitamins, (vitamin E), and herbal supplements, (St. John's Wart, Fish Oil, etc.) that can cause bleeding. Much like ibuprofen or aspirin, they are to be avoided before and for a time after surgery. Certain herbal or over the counter supplements can also interfere with anesthesia. Please contact your board certified plastic surgeon, and ask what their routine is. Please make sure you ask any questions that you may have.
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February 15, 2016
Answer: Stop Medications Before Surgery? Thank you for your question. It is important to have a pre-operative meeting with your plastic surgeon to discuss all of the details relating to your pre and post operative care. I require my patients to stop all NSAIDs (non steroidal anti-inflammatories) which include Advil, Aleve, Ibuprofen, etc.. 10 days prior to surgery. I also require may patients to stop all herbal medications at least 7 days prior to surgery. To be safe, it is important to review all of your medications with your plastic surgeon. Good luck with your surgery!
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February 15, 2016
Answer: Stop Medications Before Surgery? Thank you for your question. It is important to have a pre-operative meeting with your plastic surgeon to discuss all of the details relating to your pre and post operative care. I require my patients to stop all NSAIDs (non steroidal anti-inflammatories) which include Advil, Aleve, Ibuprofen, etc.. 10 days prior to surgery. I also require may patients to stop all herbal medications at least 7 days prior to surgery. To be safe, it is important to review all of your medications with your plastic surgeon. Good luck with your surgery!
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February 15, 2016
Answer: Vitamins and Surgery Thank you very much for your question.Every doctor has their own protocols regarding supplements that should be stopped before surgery. I recommend contacting your doctor and asking what their thoughts are. Best of luck!
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February 15, 2016
Answer: Vitamins and Surgery Thank you very much for your question.Every doctor has their own protocols regarding supplements that should be stopped before surgery. I recommend contacting your doctor and asking what their thoughts are. Best of luck!
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