Dear Dr, I'm a JW which means its against my religion to have a blood transfusion. If I decide to have a tummy tuck is there another plasma method that can be used besides blood?
July 19, 2022
Answer: Tummy tuck It would be very rare for a healthy tummy tuck patient to require any blood during this surgery. There is minimal blood loss associated with this procedure. I encourage you to discuss your concerns with your surgeon.
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July 19, 2022
Answer: Tummy tuck It would be very rare for a healthy tummy tuck patient to require any blood during this surgery. There is minimal blood loss associated with this procedure. I encourage you to discuss your concerns with your surgeon.
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August 4, 2022
Answer: Surgery Most tummy tucks do not require blood unless you have had significant weight loss and have a great deal of skin. With your religion, many do not allow the use of any blood products once they left the body, and only replacement fluids are allowed. However, you might be able to use blood saving methods that infuses as it is lost. It would suggest checking with your church's elders first to see what is allowed for you.
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August 4, 2022
Answer: Surgery Most tummy tucks do not require blood unless you have had significant weight loss and have a great deal of skin. With your religion, many do not allow the use of any blood products once they left the body, and only replacement fluids are allowed. However, you might be able to use blood saving methods that infuses as it is lost. It would suggest checking with your church's elders first to see what is allowed for you.
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