Will I still be able to have tumescent liposuction and breast fat transfer while I have my menstrual period?

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I have my tumescent liposuction procedure scheduled for Aug 31st however I think I may be getting it within the next few days. The procedure will be done while I am fully awake and the fat will be harvested to augment my breast. My question is will I still be able to get my procedure done? I have yet to contact the office where I will have my procedure done.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Menstruation by itself is not a contraindication to surgery.  This occurs frequently.Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA

Stephen M. Krant, MD, FACS · Answer

Yes, you can have the surgery during your menstrual period, but I recommend that my patients try to schedule surgeries more towards their mid-cycle. 
My approach would be to do the surgery under general anesthesia, monitored by a nurse anesthetist. Usually the fat can be harvested from the flank area and/or abdomen. I find that this approach for my patients is more comfortable and more controlled. Make sure that you are being monitored with EKG, etc during and after surgery. Also, make sure you wear support stocking post-op and start mobilization ASAP...you don't want a blood clot in you calves.
Good luck!

Urmen Desai, MD, MPH, FACS · Answer

Every surgeon has his or her own criteria.   I recommend an in-office examination as well as a detailed discussion with a surgeon who you are comfortable with.   Finally, make sure your surgeon is a Double-Board Certified Plastic Surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery (ASPS), a member of the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS).Best,Dr. DesaiBeverly Hills Institute for Aesthetic Plastic SurgeryHarvard Educated, Beverly Hills & Miami Beach TrainedDouble Board-Certified, Double Fellowship-Trained Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

George Marosan, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. I see no reason why you cannot have your procedure done during your period. What I tell my patients, that they must not insert a tampon, use only a pad. I personally like to use intravenous sedation for my liposuction cases, since I always sculpt the anatomical area from where the fat is harvested from. Unless you are significantly overweight, your surgeon can collect fat from the middle fat layer under local only without much discomfort. Injecting the fat into the breasts can be quite painful, I do not inject local into the breasts, another reason for using IV sedation. Good luck with your surgery.

David C. Yao, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for asking.  Menstruation typically is not an issue with these procedures. Talk with your board certified (by the American Board of Plastic Surgery) plastic surgeon to discuss your specific case. Best wishes!

Frank Agullo, MD · Answer

This is certainly a good question for your doctor. In my practice one does not interfere with the other.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear meljustine4,every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative 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

Shaun Parson, MD · Answer

Thanks so much for your question. The short answer is yes. There shouldn’t be any issues. You may have a little bit more anemia following the procedure.   Your recovery shouldn’t really be adversely affected.  Good luck.

Robert Singer, MD · Answer

I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon who should be certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and  ideally a member of The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS). Robert Singer, M.D., FACS 
 
 La Jolla, California

Jon A. Perlman, MD (retired) · Answer

I personally see no reason why you need not proceed with your proposed surgery. One consideration for you might be added tenderness to your breasts and swelling leading up to your period, but if this is not the case or is minimal then I see no reason to delay your procedure. Mention this to your ABPS board-certified plastic surgeon' s office staff to make sure that he/she agrees. Best wishes,Jon A. Perlman, M.D., FACSDiplomate, American Board of Plastic SurgeryAssociate Clinical Professor of Plastic Surgery Geffen/UCLA Medical CenterExtreme Makeover, ABC TV plastic surgeonBeverly Hills, Ca.

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