Can I have a mommy makeover with a high WBC count?

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Hello, I have had a high WBC for most of my life. I have see di d inc a hematologist but no one has been able to pinpoint what the problem is. I am scheduled to have surgery on 5/26. Is there a chance that the doctor will still do the surgery ?

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear karli05,

it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. You will need to get a clearance prior to surgery. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.

Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Murat Diyarbakirlioglu, MD, FEBOPRAS · Answer

Hello! In many cases, surgery can still proceed in patients with chronically elevated white blood cell (WBC) counts, especially if the elevation has been stable for a long time and has already been evaluated by a hematologist without evidence of an active or serious underlying condition.

The most important factors are:
• how elevated the WBC count is
• whether the levels are stable or suddenly increasing
• whether there are signs of active infection or inflammation
• your overall medical history and current health status
• the conclusions and clearance from your specialists

Before surgery, your surgeon and anesthesiologist will carefully review your blood work and medical history to determine whether it is safe to proceed. If this is a known chronic finding and you are otherwise healthy and asymptomatic, it does not automatically mean the surgery will be canceled.

However, the final decision can only be made after reviewing your most recent laboratory results and any hematology reports. I would recommend sending your recent blood tests and specialist evaluations to your surgical team as early as possible so they can assess everything in advance and advise you appropriately.

Can I have a mommy makeover with a high WBC count?

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