Intermittent fasting months before surgery?

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Hello dear doctors! I have 360 lipo and a BBL scheduled for this summer (end of July) and I am currently fasting for Ramadan for the month (hey, it makes my granny happy so I go with it) . Is this going to have a bad effect on my surgery if I resume healthy meals 3x a day post Ramadan in May? I have quit smoking and drinking last month to prepare my body for the surgery but I’m SO worried that fasting will have long term negative effects. I can always sneak food if you think it’s best.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

According to the experts, you need at least 10 weeks of following a few basic rules to see any changes. Intermittent fasting should not negatively affect BBL results unless you lose the fat you planned to harvest for the surgery.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Pineapple Thief,
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

Douglas Taranow, DO, FACOS · Answer

Dear PT,
I don't see any issues with your intermittent fasting.  If your weight does not change and there is adequate fat to liposuction, then you should be fine.  Always clear this with your surgeon.
Best wishes.
Dr. T

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