Is there an increased risk from poor circulation in surgery?

August 30, 2018
Asked By:cece190 in London, GB

I am having a breast enlargement in 1 week, but for the past few days have been experiencing numbness and tingling in my feet. Is this something to be concerned about? I am worried about blood clots. I have been unable to get an appointment with my GP before my surgery.

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August 31, 2018

Answer: Inform your surgeon

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Amir Nakhdjevani, MBBS, MRCS, FRCS(Plast)Specialist Registered Plastic Surgeon
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August 31, 2018

Answer: Inform your surgeon

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Amir Nakhdjevani, MBBS, MRCS, FRCS(Plast)Specialist Registered Plastic Surgeon
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September 4, 2018

Answer: Circulation

Paul W. Papillion, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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September 4, 2018

Answer: Circulation

Paul W. Papillion, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
August 31, 2018

Answer: Is there an increased risk from poor circulation in surgery?

Luis A. Mejia, MDPlastic Surgeon
August 31, 2018

Answer: Is there an increased risk from poor circulation in surgery?

Luis A. Mejia, MDPlastic Surgeon

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August 31, 2018

Answer: Pre-Op Concerns - Risk for Blood Clots

Daniel Barrett, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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Answer: Pre-Op Concerns - Risk for Blood Clots

Daniel Barrett, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
August 30, 2018

Answer: Ask your surgeon

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August 30, 2018

Answer: Ask your surgeon

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