Can I have a tummy tuck with fibromyalgia and psoriatic arthritis?

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M. Scott Haydon, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question. Medically the only thing that would impair your healing is if you are on steroids. You would need to be released by your primary care physician and I'm assuming your rheumatologist. You can then find a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in your area to consult with. Best of Luck!

Robert D. Wilcox, MD · Answer

Dear Josryl,
  
 
  
You did not mention how severe those secondary diagnoses are.  You should be in consultation with your pain management doctor who is managing the fibromyalgia to ensure this could be treated concomitantly.  Regarding the psoriatic arthritis, psoriasis is found in 2% of the population.  If you have it severe enough that you require treatment for the arthritis, then immune suppression drugs that you are taking could be an issue in your healing and resistance to bacteria.  I hope this has been helpful.

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