I want to know if I will be able to get a tummy tuck. I have been recently diagnosed with MCTD ( Mixed Connective Tissue Disease) which is an autoimmune disorder. Does this disorder disqualify me?
November 20, 2017
Answer: Surgery candidate Thank you for your question.As long as you are cleared by your Rheumatologist and Primary care doctor, you should be able to proceed with surgery. The autoimmune disorder doesnt exclude your from surgery. If you are on steriods you may need to postpone until you finish the course because that can delay healing. I would discuss this with your care givers and then proceed with what is your safest option. Good luck.
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November 20, 2017
Answer: Surgery candidate Thank you for your question.As long as you are cleared by your Rheumatologist and Primary care doctor, you should be able to proceed with surgery. The autoimmune disorder doesnt exclude your from surgery. If you are on steriods you may need to postpone until you finish the course because that can delay healing. I would discuss this with your care givers and then proceed with what is your safest option. Good luck.
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December 20, 2017
Answer: Medical Clearance Needed Sorry to hear about your diagnosis, however it may not affect your planned surgery. As long as you are not taking steroids, surgery should be OK as long as your rheumatologist or medical doctor deem it to be safe. I have successfully operated on patients with similiar diseases, and they did fine. Be sure to consult with a board certified plastic surgeon. Good luck!
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December 20, 2017
Answer: Medical Clearance Needed Sorry to hear about your diagnosis, however it may not affect your planned surgery. As long as you are not taking steroids, surgery should be OK as long as your rheumatologist or medical doctor deem it to be safe. I have successfully operated on patients with similiar diseases, and they did fine. Be sure to consult with a board certified plastic surgeon. Good luck!
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