I had a pulmonary embolism after a boob job, now I regret the size. Can I redo the boob job?

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My first boob job was over 10 years ago, everything went well but after pregnancy my boobs looked strange and separat so I booked a consultation. I didn’t want a lift because I was afraid of big scars, and the doctor told me I would have to go big if I want to see a lift. I went for the surgery without those pressure socks, I was told I could continue to smoke onky have to smoke less and I only got 1 shot of Clexane afterwards, so I had a pulmonary embolism, can I still have boob job? Too big :(

Brian K. Reedy, MD · Answer

Hi & thanks for your question.
You would need to get clearance from your family physician to proceed with surgery. Schedule a consult with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your options. Best wishes!

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

The answer to your question about being a candidate for surgery is maybe.  You will want to discuss your medical history with your surgeon.  It may be necessary to get medical clearance from a specialist before proceeding.  You will need to cease smoking prior to surgery and after recovery for a period of time and extra precautions may also be put in place for your safety.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear jaswilliams,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. You will need to get a clearance from your doctor 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

Christopher J. Hussussian, MD · Answer

Hello
Yes, you still could have surgery, even with a history of PE. We would take specific precautions to minimize the risk including medication, where we operated, and post operative care. I would also vehemently disagree with anyone suggesting smoking after surgery is appropriate, it will inhibit your body's recovery process.
Christopher J Hussussian, MD

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

First, discuss this with your medical doctor. You may need to be placed on an injectable blood thinner for the procedure.  If it has been 10 years since your embolism and you have done well since, you should be able to have surgery. Don't try to get large implants to avoid a lift. It does not work.

I had a pulmonary embolism after a boob job, now I regret the size. Can I redo the boob job?

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