Is it ok for patient with renal failure to get breast implants?

September 22, 2014
Asked By:pwincessnah in Las Vegas, NV

I am 23yrs old.I have IgA nephropathy and I am on peritoneal dialysis, 5h 45mins everyday.I am currently in the list for kidney transplant.Will it be better for me to get breast implants before transplant?or after?

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September 28, 2014

Answer: Breast Augmentation, Cosmetic surgery and Renal Failure

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Answer: Breast Augmentation, Cosmetic surgery and Renal Failure

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September 24, 2014

Answer: Would not recommend breast implants for patient in renal failure.

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September 24, 2014

Answer: Would not recommend breast implants for patient in renal failure.

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September 24, 2014

Answer: No cosmetic surgery recommended

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September 24, 2014

Answer: No cosmetic surgery recommended

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