When is it safe to resume herbal supplements after breast augmentation?

February 11, 2016
Asked By:Patsy101 in Great Britain, GB

I am just over 2 weeks post op BA and wondered when it is considered safe to start taking herbal & vitamin supplements again? I know some can interfere with your blood, etc. I was thinking of taking a general multivitamin and some Burdock Root as it is a natural diuretic and helps cleanse toxins out of the body. Would this be safe or should I wait longer?

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February 12, 2016

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February 12, 2016

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Answer: When can I resume herbal supplements after breast augmentation surgery

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