lymecycline/ tetrasyl prior to breast enlargement surgery

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Hi I am booked to have breast enlargement at the end of the month, I’m currently taking lymecycline x1 a day for skin problems. Is it ok to continue taking the medication up till and following surgery? I have read a few people saying you must stop taking antibiotics 4 weeks prior to surgery but was not told this by my consultant? Any help appreciated-thank you.

Emile Brown, MD · Answer

Although every surgeon has their own pre- and postoperative protocols, I would personally have no issue with you continuing your antibiotics before and after surgery. I would not be concerned that your surgeon did not mention it, because I think the vast majority of surgeons would be okay with you continuing the meds. Best of luck with your augmentation!
Emile N. Brown, M.D.
Johns Hopkins & Harvard Trained Plastic Surgeon

Robert M. Tornambe, MD · Answer

Lottie.  I do not see any contraindication to continuing your antibiotics, however I would discuss this with your plastic surgeon, as each of us have different philosophies regarding pre-operative medications. Best of luck.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Lottielots,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

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