I have HSV 1, How will this affect me getting a Brazilian Butt Lift? Do I have to tell my surgeon? Could it cause complications?

HIV status by itself does not disqualify you from the surgery, although using disposable items for the surgery will increase the cost. In general, people with HIV are legally required to tell others if there's a chance they could be exposed to the virus. The rules vary from state to state, and there are a few federal regulations, too. You want to create trust between yourself and your plastic surgeon; withholding your heath status is not a good way to begin the relationship.

Hello and thank you for your question and sharing your photos. You should disclose all your health information to your surgical team. Do you have active HSV infection? I would wait until you are fully recovered. Talk to your surgeon. Best,

Pejman Aflaki, M.D.

Johns Hopkins-trained double board-certified plastic surgeon

Yes, this is something that you need to discuss with your surgeon ahead of surgery and develop a plan of treatment. This type of infection may, in rare occasion, create problem (viral reactivation) after surgery not only by means of local lesions but (extremely rarely) systemic infection.  Starting antiviral medications several days before surgery can decrease the risk of postoperative reactivation. Good luck.

Dear  tiffsmith01,
there should be trust between patient and surgeon and you should not keep secrets from your surgeon. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon and have an honest discussion. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Thank you for your question. It is very important to share everything about your medical history and medications with your surgeon prior to surgery. It should not affect your pre-op lab work or the surgeon's decision to offer surgery. This is a fairly common condition and the medication can be taken before and after your procedure.