Can I take vitamin b12 before my surgery?

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I know i cant take any natural supplements 10 days before my surgery, i only take vitamin b12, do i need to stop it before my surgery? Or can i still take it ?!

Emile Brown, MD · Answer

Some natural supplements and vitamins can increase the risk of bleeding, and this is why we ask patients to stop them pre-operatively. Vitamin B12 however should have no effect on bleeding risk, and is therefore safe to take before surgery. With that being said, every surgeon has their own preferences and protocols, so best to check with him or her directly. Best of luck with your augmentation!
Emile N. Brown, M.D.
Johns Hopkins & Harvard Trained Plastic Surgeon

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Canadiangirl222,every plastic surgeon has his own preoperative 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

Ozge Ergun, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Having vitamin B12 has no any negative effect on surgery. 
You can use it before or after the operation. But just in case, you can inform your surgeon about the vitamin that you use for avoiding unexpected problems.

Joshua Cooper, MD, FACS · Answer

Taking supplemental Vitamin B prior to any operation is just fine. Best of luck to you!

Charles Nduka, MD · Answer

Your surgeon would be your best resource of information regarding pre-op and post-op concerns. Every surgeon has his/her own protocol and instructions would vary from surgeon to surgeon.

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