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This is dependent upon a host of factors including the amount of surgery performed, the cause of the anemia if present, and the treatment necessary to improve that anemia. BAM can be performed for most individuals with a hemoglobin above 10 or 11; risk of low hemoglobin is bleeding. Your hematologist will have to approve you for surgery. Your surgeon or hematologist should be able to recommend an appropriate regimen based upon the cause for the anemia. Taking iron pills and Vitamin C along with eating dark leafy veggies, liver, lentils, almonds, dried apricots, beets, and other high iron foods will also help to elevate the level.
Dear hadi920,generally speaking, you should be healthy prior to elective surgery. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
Once healed, anemia will not affect your implants. However, if you are anemic, you may need a medical clearance for elective surgery. Also, what is the cause of your anemia--heavy periods, poor diet, or something else?
Thank you for your question. Based on your photograph you have excellent anatomical normal full breasts. Placing the implants underneath the muscle does not make them look smaller. As the implants drop over the first 3-4 months may push the breast forward and look what you would expect with...
Large round bowling balls on your chest will not stay perky but sag with time and thin your tissue. Long term, you will do better with smaller implants that fit your frame and tissue. Otherwise, your second surgery will probably include a lift. Large breasts sitting on your lap do not look good.
I think 350 cc's would be a very nice size for you. However, I suggest you go back to your surgeon and ask to try on sizes again. Please do not choose an implant that is too large and heavy for your frame and tissue. Otherwise, your second surgery will include a lift and probably going smaller.
HLA-B27 antigen blood test cannot predict the likelihood of developing an autoimmune disease. A family member of a person who is positive for HLA-B27 and has an autoimmune disorder may be tested, but the test result cannot be used to predict whether the tested person will develop a related...
Benign cysts and a lesion in your breasts will not prevent you from having breast implants. A board certified plastic surgeon will be able to guide you to the size implant to correct the asymmetry. Based upon measurements of your chest wall and breast imprint width as well as knowledge of all...
Some surgeons use the dual plane technique in an effort to avoid a breast lift. Dual plane is effective in mild (grade I) ptosis but not in more severe cases (grade II or III) where a lift or mastopexy is necessary.
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