Ear Fluid and Seasonal Allergies with Tummy Tuck, Breast Implants and Lift.

It’s not unusual for plastic surgeons to see pre-operative
patients with seasonal allergies.  Many
of these patients have nasal congestion and middle ear fluid.  For many, this represents their normal base
line status.  For these reasons, it’s
probably appropriate to proceed with surgery as long as no other signs of
infection are present.

                It’s
important to discuss these issues with your plastic surgeon before proceeding
with surgery.  In some cases, he may
elect to delay surgery pending a consultation with an allergist, especially if
you have nasal drainage and a cough.

 

Your Board Certified Plastic Surgeon can direct you to an antibiotic if needed prior to surgery.  Usually you will receive antibiotics during or before surgery.

Thank you for the question.

You have probably already had your surgery - hopefully with no problems due to the allergies you were discussing.

In my practice, I discuss things with the patient's PCP if he/she has concerns about proceeding with surgery but generally, unless there are issues with infection and / or airway issues, it's fine to proceed with surgery.

Best Wishes!