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Can I take a Valium a few days before my mommy makeover surgery?

My anxiety has been through the roof. I can't sleep, it seems like I am a nervous wreck. I have a prescription for Valium from my surgeon. Would it be ok to take a half of a Valium just to calm my anxiety?

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Pre op, painful anxiety

September 14th, 2016
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Hi Vosk31Anxiety before a large operation is normal.Think of your upcoming experience as a partnership with your surgeon. You need to communicate with your surgeon.  Do not take anything without his OK, do not fail to do anything he tells you to do.  Therefore, I would strongly urge you to call his office and inform him of the situation.  Be sure that what you take now will not interfere with surgery/healing.  Also, you might want to request something for your nerves to take before leaving for the hospital.
Hope this helps, and best of luck.
Sek

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Scott E. Kasden, MD, FACS
September 14th, 2016

Pre op, painful anxiety

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Hi Vosk31Anxiety before a large operation is normal.Think of your upcoming experience as a partnership with your surgeon. You need to communicate with your surgeon.  Do not take anything without his OK, do not fail to do anything he tells you to do.  Therefore, I would strongly urge you to call his office and inform him of the situation.  Be sure that what you take now will not interfere with surgery/healing.  Also, you might want to request something for your nerves to take before leaving for the hospital.
Hope this helps, and best of luck.
Sek

Learn more: https://txplasticsurgeon.com/breast-augmentation-gallery/

Scott E. Kasden, MD, FACS

Talk to your Plastic Surgeon about Medication Use

November 16th, 2016
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Prescription and over the counter #medication use are not a matters that  surgeons or physicians than your own can advise on, without seeing you in-person or knowing your #medical history and surgical details. Therefore, its best to ask your surgeon this and about any additional medication use you have concerns about.

Web reference: http://www.horowitzmd.com/plastic-surgery-procedures-newport-beach/breast-lift/

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS
November 16th, 2016

Talk to your Plastic Surgeon about Medication Use

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Prescription and over the counter #medication use are not a matters that  surgeons or physicians than your own can advise on, without seeing you in-person or knowing your #medical history and surgical details. Therefore, its best to ask your surgeon this and about any additional medication use you have concerns about.

Learn more: http://www.horowitzmd.com/plastic-surgery-procedures-newport-beach/breast-lift/

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS

Dr derby

September 20th, 2016
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Thank you for your question. This is something that you need to discuss directly with your surgeon. he will make you feel at ease and make a good pre op plan for you. Best of luck

Derby Sang Caputo, MD
September 20th, 2016

Dr derby

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Thank you for your question. This is something that you need to discuss directly with your surgeon. he will make you feel at ease and make a good pre op plan for you. Best of luck

Derby Sang Caputo, MD

Can I take a Valium a few days before my mommy makeover surgery?

September 18th, 2016
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Anxiety prior to surgery is very normal; its complete elimination is usually not possible.  I would suggest that you discuss your question about taking Valium to calm your nerves with your surgeon.



I ask my patients  to try to be as calm as possible prior to surgery;  this “calmness"  tends to translate to a smoother postoperative course. You may be able to alleviate some  pre operative anxiety with music, exercise, meditation, a glass of wine (if ok with your surgeon), and positive/objective focus on the long term outcome/benefits etc. prior to your procedure.
 
Generally, patients find that they did “get worked up for nothing” after their  recovery  is completed.
 I hope this helps.  Good luck!

Web reference: http://www.poustiplasticsurgery.com/Procedures/Procedure_mommyMakeover.htm

Tom J. Pousti, MD, FACS
September 18th, 2016

Can I take a Valium a few days before my mommy makeover surgery?

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Anxiety prior to surgery is very normal; its complete elimination is usually not possible.  I would suggest that you discuss your question about taking Valium to calm your nerves with your surgeon.



I ask my patients  to try to be as calm as possible prior to surgery;  this “calmness"  tends to translate to a smoother postoperative course. You may be able to alleviate some  pre operative anxiety with music, exercise, meditation, a glass of wine (if ok with your surgeon), and positive/objective focus on the long term outcome/benefits etc. prior to your procedure.
 
Generally, patients find that they did “get worked up for nothing” after their  recovery  is completed.
 I hope this helps.  Good luck!

Learn more: http://www.poustiplasticsurgery.com/Procedures/Procedure_mommyMakeover.htm

Tom J. Pousti, MD, FACS

Can you take a Valium prior to your surgery?

September 16th, 2016
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My answer would likely be yes. I don't see a problem with half a Valium to calm your nerves.  However, I would definitely recommend checking with your plastic surgeon prior to doing so.  I'm sure you have chosen your surgeon because you are comfortable with him and confident in his work.  Just relax and have trust in him.  I'm sure you will do great.  Best of luck!

Brian K. Reedy, MD
September 16th, 2016

Can you take a Valium prior to your surgery?

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My answer would likely be yes. I don't see a problem with half a Valium to calm your nerves.  However, I would definitely recommend checking with your plastic surgeon prior to doing so.  I'm sure you have chosen your surgeon because you are comfortable with him and confident in his work.  Just relax and have trust in him.  I'm sure you will do great.  Best of luck!

Brian K. Reedy, MD

Anti anxiety meds prior to surgery

September 14th, 2016
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Valium alone is a pretty safe med that is commonly taken around the surgical time but it's always best to check with your surgeon prior to taking any meds leading up to your procedure 
Justin Yovino, MD, FACS
September 14th, 2016

Anti anxiety meds prior to surgery

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Valium alone is a pretty safe med that is commonly taken around the surgical time but it's always best to check with your surgeon prior to taking any meds leading up to your procedure 
Justin Yovino, MD, FACS

Valium Pre-op

September 14th, 2016
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Thanks for your question.  It is not unreasonable to request medication to relax you prior to major surgery.   However, only your surgeon should advise you what would be acceptable in his/her experience.  
Jeffrey Weinzweig, MD
September 14th, 2016

Valium Pre-op

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Thanks for your question.  It is not unreasonable to request medication to relax you prior to major surgery.   However, only your surgeon should advise you what would be acceptable in his/her experience.  
Jeffrey Weinzweig, MD

Can I take a Valium a few days before my mommy makeover surgery?

September 14th, 2016
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Thank you for your question. I usually recommend anxiety medication on some of my patients before their procedures. I would suggest to talk to your surgeon about this.

Franco R. Jacome, MD
September 14th, 2016

Can I take a Valium a few days before my mommy makeover surgery?

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Thank you for your question. I usually recommend anxiety medication on some of my patients before their procedures. I would suggest to talk to your surgeon about this.

Franco R. Jacome, MD

Anxiety Medications days before surgery

September 14th, 2016
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Thanks for a great question.  Your anxiety and nervousness is very common with patients that have upcoming surgeries.  I would recommend you call your Plastic Surgeon and ask for his/her advice regarding taking the Valium or they may recommend a different medication.  It is important to discuss any medications, supplements, and vitamins that you take with your surgeon to make sure there aren't any interactions with the prescriptions you will be taking after surgery.

Eric Schaffer, MD

Eric Schaffer, MD
San Antonio Plastic Surgeon
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September 14th, 2016

Anxiety Medications days before surgery

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Thanks for a great question.  Your anxiety and nervousness is very common with patients that have upcoming surgeries.  I would recommend you call your Plastic Surgeon and ask for his/her advice regarding taking the Valium or they may recommend a different medication.  It is important to discuss any medications, supplements, and vitamins that you take with your surgeon to make sure there aren't any interactions with the prescriptions you will be taking after surgery.

Eric Schaffer, MD

Eric Schaffer, MD
San Antonio Plastic Surgeon
5.0 out of 5 stars 22 reviews

Mommy make-over - taking valium for anxiety

September 14th, 2016
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Thank you for asking about your mommy make-over.
  • For your own safety, you should never get advice on taking a medicine except from the doctor who gave you the prescription.
  • So please contact your surgeon's office on  how to deal with your anxiety before your surgery.
  • Always see a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon. Best wishes  - Elizabeth Morgan MD PHD FACS
Elizabeth Morgan, MD, PhD
September 14th, 2016

Mommy make-over - taking valium for anxiety

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Thank you for asking about your mommy make-over.
  • For your own safety, you should never get advice on taking a medicine except from the doctor who gave you the prescription.
  • So please contact your surgeon's office on  how to deal with your anxiety before your surgery.
  • Always see a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon. Best wishes  - Elizabeth Morgan MD PHD FACS
Elizabeth Morgan, MD, PhD

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