Can I safely have a Mommy Makeover with sickle cell thalassemia and thombotic thrombocytopenic pupura (TTP)?
August 22, 2022
Asked By:011814 in Independence Township, New Jersey
I'm interested in a mommy makeover but i have a few health issues. I have sickle cell thalassemia and thombotic thrombocytopenic pupura (TTP). I want fat transfer to my breast and lipo around my miidsection and back. With all the health problems all i be able to find a doctor to complete the procedure?
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This is a very large amount of surgery to have done at a single time. I typically counsel patients to focus on two areas if they have multiple complaints. For women that have had children, this often means an abdominal procedure and some sort of breast procedure. There are multiple things to...
You should ask your surgeon what he/she prefers. I recommend stopping it at least 2 weeks prior to decrease your risk of blood clots. Your risks is higher than normal because of being on estrogen.
The use of a Cell Saver, or autotransfusion system, during a mommy makeover or any surgery is a decision that should be made based on various factors, including the specifics of the procedures being performed, the surgeon's preference, and the patient's medical history. The Cell Saver is a...
