Is stopping birth control pills mandatory prior to breast reduction surgery?

Dear Maddy M,
every plastic surgeon has his own preoperative protocol, which he recommends to his patients. Some plastic surgeons ask their patients to stop using birth control, others don't. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Hello and thank you for your question.
You do not need to stop birth control pills prior to surgery. Check with your surgeon regarding his/her protocol on all medications. Best of luck!

No, not necessarily;  there is no "universally" accepted standard of practice in this regard.  In other words, different plastic surgeons will manage the use of oral contraceptives differently.   Therefore, best to run this question by your plastic surgeon who knows your risk factors ( and who is responsible for your care). Best wishes for an outcome that you will be very pleased with (this operation tends to be one of the most patient pleasing operations we perform).