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I'm not certain why you are not having this problem dealt with before elective cosmetic surgery but provided the situation is quiet there is not a contraindication to elective cosmetic surgery. Use of narcotics for pain can alter biliary tract physiology which is a consideration for your surgeon.
Thanks for your inquiry. Many people have gallstones. Not all people with gallstones have symptoms from their gallstones. If your gallbladder is symptomatic please discuss this with your plastic surgeon before proceeding with elective surgery.
Thank you for sharing your question and congratulations on pursuing a mommy makeover. Assuming your gallstones are not causing you any difficulty they should not cause you any issues duling surgery, or after. In fact a large portion of the population naturally have gallstones that do not cause any symptoms. Hope this helps.
Yes, assuming you have a symptomatic gallstones, you should be able to proceed without difficulty. However, if you have any symptoms related to gallstones, best to have these concerns addressed first. Generally, always best to address medically necessary procedures first. Best wishes.
Thank you for your question. If your gallstones are not symptomatic, there should be no issues with elective cosmetic surgery or recovery. To be sure, discuss with your board certified plastic surgeon. Best wishes!
lots of people have gallstones. Many of them don't even know it. So therefore they will have no effect on your elective surgery. However if you are having symptoms then I would get that fixed first! You don't want to go through a big surgery to make your abdomen look better only to have new gallbladder scars placed on the middle of it.I would get the gallstones removed first. I would get the gallstones removed first.Good luck! .
I appreciate your question. For health and safety reasons, best to be at a BMI less than 30 or within 10 pounds of your goal weight and stable at that weight for 6 months prior to surgery for optimal results. The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam. ...
This is a big issue, but a lot can be done beforehand to make your postop course easier:1) Manage anxiety before surgery. This includes having all your questions and concerns answered and also probably using some medication to limit the normal anxiety in the day or days before surgery2) Be p...
It is not uncommon for a suture to start rising to the surface of your skin while you are in the healing process. Although these sutures are considered dissolvable it is common that in some circumstances they may rise to the surface of the skin. As long as you do not have any open wounds...
Congratulations on your weight loss! BMI is only one consideration when determining if someone is a good candidate for surgery. A general rule of thumb is a BMI of 30 or under for a Mommy Makeover. Those above this BMI threshold may have a higher risk of complications such as poor wound...
Thank you for your question. Typically, NSAIDs are to be avoided 2 weeks post procedure. I would allow Tylenol if the narcotics are no longer needed for surgical discomfort. Speak with your board certified plastic surgeon for personalized post op instructions and recommendations.
I'm sorry to hear about the complication you had from your previous surgery. This is definitely something you should discuss with your surgeon now. Please don't wait until the day of surgery. Your surgeon will advise you what is best as she/he has had the opportunity to examine you and review...
