I have a platelet count of 417. Other wise very healthy. Can I get a breast augmentation?

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Christopher Costa, MD, MPH · Answer

As long as you have had a proper medical workup and do not have any issues with blood clots you should be able to get a breast augmentation as the relative risk for this surgery is low considering it is a relatively short procedure and can be done without putting you under complete paralysis. A hematologist should work you up to find the cause of the high platelet count prior to surgery.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

It is important that you have a normal blood count and are healthy before considering elective surgery.  I recommend discussing the nature of your platelet count with your primary care physician before moving forward with breast augmentation.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Celebrated717860,
you should be healhty prior to any elective procedure. Every plastic surgeon has his own preoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Scott W. Vann, MD, FACS · Answer

417 would be a very low platelet count and not in a "healthy" patient. 417,000 is high and I would want a medical workup or clearance before proceeding with surgery. Good luck.

Robert M. Tornambe, MD · Answer

I appreciate your concerns, and you should investigate all abnormal blood data prior to any form of surgery. Consult with your medical doctor and ask your plastic surgeon to discuss this issue with your physician to be certain it is safe to have this elective surgery. Best of luck.

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