Is it safe to have breast augmentation during your menstrual cycle? (Photo)

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I have my surgery booked but around my period my boobs are so sore and grow is it safe to get the surgery or could that cause problems

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and photograph and best wishes on your upcoming procedure.  It is safe to have a BA during your menstrual cycle as there are no increased risks attributed to it.  That said you may have a bit more discomfort so be sure to discuss this with your surgeon.  Hope this helps.

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Yes, it is completely safe. Please speak to your plastic surgeon if you have any concerns.

Leila Kasrai, MD, FRCSC · Answer

It's safe for you to have surgery during your period. However, since you mentioned that your breasts are sore during menstruation, you can consider scheduling your surgery at another time. Some women find that they become extra sensitive to discomfort during their period, and this may make the surgical experience more difficult.

Keith Hodge, MD · Answer

Yes, it is safe to have an augmentation during your menstrual cycle.The pain medication provided should help with your discomfort. God luck!

Ted Eisenberg, DO, FACOS, FAACS · Answer

In my experience, none of my 6500 patients have ever had a problem having their breast augmentation surgery while on their menstrual cycle. Good luck.Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author

Robert M. Tornambe, MD · Answer

heels grappie.  It is not uncommon to safely perform breast augmentation during menstruation.  However if your breasts truly become a lot larger during your period, and you are very regular, you may want to work around it.  Talk to your plastic surgeon.  Good luck!

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question.  The
best advice you can receive is from an in-person consultation.  Having surgery during your menstrual cycle will not cause any problems.  This is very common.   Make sure you specifically look
at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery
performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results.   The most
important aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. I recommend
that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who
can evaluate you in person.
Best wishes and good luck.
Richard G. Reish, M.D.  FACS
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Kenneth R. Francis, MD, FACS · Answer

Dear neela grappie,Menstruation at the time of surgery is not known to cause any complication.  You can proceed as planned.  Good luck!

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

It should not be a problem. I have operated on many patients that have been in the middle of their cycle.

Jeffrey Antimarino, MD, FACS · Answer

This is a very common question and concern for many women.   Having your menses at the time of surgery does not impact the outcome.   It is not uncommon for women to start their cycle at the time of surgery due to some stress or anxiety for the surgery.   It is up to you whether to hold off until the tenderness subsides but going through the procedure during the cycle should be fine.

Is it safe to have breast augmentation during your menstrual cycle? (Photo)

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