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Yes, there is no compelling reason why a HIV positive patient who has a low viral load and is in otherwise good health with clearance from their ID specialist and primary care physician cannot have a breast reduction.
As long as the patient is an otherwise good health, there is not absolute contraindication to performing a breast reduction on an HIV positive patient. With the current antiviral treatments, things have changed a lot since we first discovered HIV in the mid 1980's. It is important that you be honest with your plastic surgeon about your medical history so that all appropriate precautions can be taken.
Yes, no contraindication to surgery with HIV. Clearance from your PCP and labs are required.
Yes, a patient with HIV can undergo breast reduction surgery assuming they are otherwise in good medical/psychological health. “Medical clearance” from the doctors who know the patient best will be helpful. Best wishes.
The best first step is to consult with a board certified plastic surgeon. Check with the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) for a surgeon near you. They will be able to tell you what is involved with the surgery and if you are a good candidate. They can also help...
Most patients should plan to take one to two weeks away from work and other obligations to recover following breast reduction surgery. For the first few days, you will need help completing your daily activities. Gradually, you may ease back into your normal routine, although actions such as...
At 32 inches, each 100 cc corresponds to 1 cup size change. You descirbed going down from HH/J to a DD, corresponding to 4 cup sizes which is 400 cc's. Certainly this amount can be removed. This can be done without the traditional boat anchor, vertical or lollipop incisions...
