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Hi,This is a question that can only be answered by your surgeon and what he/she feels is appropriate. Without knowing any other details of your health history, it is difficult to speculate. Good luck.
A low WBC is common with the onset of a viral infection. Depending on the surgery a delay may be in order. A developing flu or cold could make recovery tough with coughing and sneezing after a tummy tuck or breast surgery. After a facelift it could increase your risk of bleeding.Best to be checked clinically prior to proceeding.
I would not cancel your surgery based on this blood work.Your surgeon and anesthetist will review your labs before surgery and make the final decision.
Personally, I would not cancel your surgery. Your hemoglobin and white blood cell count are within normal limits. It is of course up to the surgeon and anesthesiologist that will be treating you.
I suggest patients tape their scars with paper tape (such as micropore) or silicon tape for up to 3 months post surgery. After that then massage with moisturiser (such as sorbolene) or scar creams (such as Bio Oil) is useful. Many patients prefer to start the massage sooner - that is ok wit...
Hello and thank you for your question! From the picture you have posted it is slightly difficult to really get an idea of what your abdomen is looking like right now. A photo further away, a side profile and a before photo would all really help in assessing the situation. However, as my ...
Many body contouring procedures including abdominoplasty begin with the patient on the stomach so that the waist area can be suction. This will improve not only the lower part of the back but the size as well. Abdominoplasty can be designed to help shape the waist by careful reconstruction of...
I require that my patients stop smoking 2 to 4 weeks before and after surgery as smoking can greatly interfere with the healing process. You need to make sure your surgeon is aware of your smoking and you should stop right now. Good luck.
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