I am 38F lean and healthy No major medical history besides elective plastic surgery. One kid 8yrs. I scheduled a BBL with Dr. Fisher in Miami and my surgery got cancelled due to latent TB. I have been under general anesthesia before atleast three times here and no doctor mentioned it. Why? I need help understanding if latent TB disqualifies me automatically from having a BBL. My provider did not mention anything of that sort. Thanks much
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Answer: Can you not have a BBL if you have history of latent TB? I never had any symptoms - like ever!
Hello dear!!
Thanks for the question and provided information as well. Please talk to your OB GYN to get clearance for plastic surgery and then I suggest you book a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss the best options for your goals.
Hope this is helpful. Good luck :)
Hello dear!!
Thanks for the question and provided information as well.
In general, you need to be physically healthy and at a stable weight, have realistic expectations, be a non-smoker and your BMI needs to be 33 or less.
Please talk to your primary doctor to get clearance for plastic surgery...
You do not necessarily need general anesthesia, but I do think it is a better patient experience. I have performed many of these procedures with local and sedation, but it is certainly not for everyone; and risk benefit analysis must be performed for each patient. You want the most dramatic...
