How soon can I have a tummy tuck after an abortion?

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I was hospitalized 3 weeks ago due to asthma and pneumonia. I took a lot of medications during and after my stay and my doctor who was going to give me clearance found out that I was pregnant, He says the antibiotics could've interfered with the pills. My tummy tuck is set for 3/9/15. I just wanted to know if my date will be pushed back. I am just beyond embarrassed to tell my surgeon, but I know I have no choice. Please help!

Thomas Trevisani, MD · Answer

You need to let your surgeon know what happened before your surgery to avoid surgery cancellation. It will be wise to provide to your PS-all of the facts of treatment, pregnancy termination confirmation from your gynecologist.

Gary Lawton, MD, FACS · Answer

After a termination of pregnancy is confirmed by the gynecologist with the follow up ultrasound, it is typically acceptable to have a tummy tuck.  You will have to tell the surgeon because the pregnancy test on the morning of the surgery will still be positive.  If you have documented proof of termination from the gynecologist it will allow the surgeon to understand the positive urine pregnancy test.

Robert L. Kraft, MD, FACS · Answer

I would encourage you to notify your plastic surgeon immediately.  You will surely not be the first patient in this situation.  Your hormone levels can remain high for at least a month after abortion and this will be evident in the pre-op testing results.  For the anesthesiologist to clear you, you must have proof that no products of conception remain.  Additionally, I prefer for patients to have recovered fully from the anesthesia for the D&C before undergoing surgery.  Best of luck.

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