Recently, I had genetic testing done which showed a mutation in one of my collagen genes and as a result was diagnosed with Ehlers Danlos. Am I still eligible to have a breast augmentation or should I avoid all unnecessary surgeries?
Answer: Am I a candidate for a breast augmentation with having Ehlers Danlos syndrome? I appreciate your question.Ehlers Danlos puts you at risks for poor healing. Best to see a geneticist to determine the type of Ehlers Danlos you have and see if he/she will clear you for surgery. From there you can discuss if you are a candidate for surgery with the plastic surgeon due to your diagnosis.The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative breast surgery.best of luck!Dr Schwartz
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Answer: Am I a candidate for a breast augmentation with having Ehlers Danlos syndrome? I appreciate your question.Ehlers Danlos puts you at risks for poor healing. Best to see a geneticist to determine the type of Ehlers Danlos you have and see if he/she will clear you for surgery. From there you can discuss if you are a candidate for surgery with the plastic surgeon due to your diagnosis.The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative breast surgery.best of luck!Dr Schwartz
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September 23, 2015
Answer: Ehlers Danlos Unfortunately, that puts you at risk for poor healing. With implants, it may result in malposition, bottoming out, exposure, etc. If your doctor clears you for the procedure, augmentation can still be performed but your chance of complications would be higher, provided you found a plastic surgeon comfortable to operate.
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September 23, 2015
Answer: Ehlers Danlos Unfortunately, that puts you at risk for poor healing. With implants, it may result in malposition, bottoming out, exposure, etc. If your doctor clears you for the procedure, augmentation can still be performed but your chance of complications would be higher, provided you found a plastic surgeon comfortable to operate.
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September 23, 2015
Answer: Breast augmentation and Genetic Disease AbyThere are several factors affecting your decision to have elective breast augmentation surgery, including the severity of your ailment, existing symptoms, ages and anatomy. First, seek out genetic counseling to determine every aspect of your condition. If your doctor then thinks that breast surgery is an option, go to a board certified plastic surgeon and choose a more conservative route regarding size. Good Luck!
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September 23, 2015
Answer: Breast augmentation and Genetic Disease AbyThere are several factors affecting your decision to have elective breast augmentation surgery, including the severity of your ailment, existing symptoms, ages and anatomy. First, seek out genetic counseling to determine every aspect of your condition. If your doctor then thinks that breast surgery is an option, go to a board certified plastic surgeon and choose a more conservative route regarding size. Good Luck!
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September 22, 2015
Answer: Am I a candidate for a breast augmentation with having Ehlers Danlos syndrome? Thank you for your excellent question. Patients with Ehlers Danlos tend to have skin and connective tissue that is friable and easily injured and demonstrates abnormal wound healing. In my opinion, it would be best to avoid all unnecessary surgeries to minimize additional health risks to you.
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September 22, 2015
Answer: Am I a candidate for a breast augmentation with having Ehlers Danlos syndrome? Thank you for your excellent question. Patients with Ehlers Danlos tend to have skin and connective tissue that is friable and easily injured and demonstrates abnormal wound healing. In my opinion, it would be best to avoid all unnecessary surgeries to minimize additional health risks to you.
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September 22, 2015
Answer: Am I still a candidate for breast augmentation? There are many different forms and severities of Ehlers Danlos syndrome, but frequently people who are affected by this syndrome have scars that tend to widen or split open, which would put you at risk for implant exposure and then loss of the implant. You should talk to you genetic counselor about your specific type of EDS to get a better idea about your risk for surgery, but really it would probably be better to avoid any unnecessary surgery. Best of luck!
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September 22, 2015
Answer: Am I still a candidate for breast augmentation? There are many different forms and severities of Ehlers Danlos syndrome, but frequently people who are affected by this syndrome have scars that tend to widen or split open, which would put you at risk for implant exposure and then loss of the implant. You should talk to you genetic counselor about your specific type of EDS to get a better idea about your risk for surgery, but really it would probably be better to avoid any unnecessary surgery. Best of luck!
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