I'm on 120mg of methadone and want pretty much a mommy make over.
Answer: Methadone and Surgery I don't see any reason why your methadone maintenance should prevent you from having surgery. In the hands of a good physician, surgeon and if needed, anesthesiologist, combined with good pain management and preparation, your goals are achievable Congratulations on both fronts.
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Answer: Methadone and Surgery I don't see any reason why your methadone maintenance should prevent you from having surgery. In the hands of a good physician, surgeon and if needed, anesthesiologist, combined with good pain management and preparation, your goals are achievable Congratulations on both fronts.
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Answer: Methadone & Surgery Many patients require urgent or necessary surgery while they are on methadone. The management of post-operative pain is obviously trickier, but it is possible to work through it successfully. When we are doing elective cosmetic surgeries we have the luxury of being able to plan ahead and hopefully make the surgical experience safer and more comfortable for you. Most people on methadone work with a pain specialist. Usually we (plastic surgeons) like to work with that specialist to come up with a plan given your specific issues. Once the plan is made typically the pain specialist orders and manages the medications that you will need. Getting you through a surgery safely and comfortably just takes planning and coordination between your doctors to help you achieve your goals!
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Answer: Methadone & Surgery Many patients require urgent or necessary surgery while they are on methadone. The management of post-operative pain is obviously trickier, but it is possible to work through it successfully. When we are doing elective cosmetic surgeries we have the luxury of being able to plan ahead and hopefully make the surgical experience safer and more comfortable for you. Most people on methadone work with a pain specialist. Usually we (plastic surgeons) like to work with that specialist to come up with a plan given your specific issues. Once the plan is made typically the pain specialist orders and manages the medications that you will need. Getting you through a surgery safely and comfortably just takes planning and coordination between your doctors to help you achieve your goals!
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July 14, 2018
Answer: Patients on methadone can have elective cosmetic surgery such as mommy makeover. Pain management is complicated by patients on methadone chronically but it certainly possible to have the operation done safely.
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July 14, 2018
Answer: Patients on methadone can have elective cosmetic surgery such as mommy makeover. Pain management is complicated by patients on methadone chronically but it certainly possible to have the operation done safely.
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July 14, 2018
Answer: Methadone It will be possible for you to have surgery while on Methadone. However, your pain control will have to be managed carefully, with the help of the doctor who is prescribing your Methadone.
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July 14, 2018
Answer: Methadone It will be possible for you to have surgery while on Methadone. However, your pain control will have to be managed carefully, with the help of the doctor who is prescribing your Methadone.
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July 14, 2018
Answer: Surgery while on methadone Yes, it is certainly possible to have surgery while on methadone. The trick is pain management without resorting to narcotics. There are several good non-narcotic pain relievers on the market that can be used. You should plan your surgery in conjunction with your plastic surgeon (who should be aware that you are on methadone) and the doctor managing your methadone.
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July 14, 2018
Answer: Surgery while on methadone Yes, it is certainly possible to have surgery while on methadone. The trick is pain management without resorting to narcotics. There are several good non-narcotic pain relievers on the market that can be used. You should plan your surgery in conjunction with your plastic surgeon (who should be aware that you are on methadone) and the doctor managing your methadone.
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