Is it OK to still have surgery? Should I hold treatment until after surgery? Should I cancel surgery?

You definitely want to discuss this with your plastic surgeon as this is something that he/she should be aware of before undergoing your operation. You want to ensure the best results and outcome and timing can play an important role in this. #PlasticSurgery #Waitingforplasticsurgery #LymeDisease

Thank you for your question. I would strongly urge you to speak with your surgeon and delay your surgery.  As it is elective, it is crucial that you first address your Lyme disease and then pursue your mommy makeover.  Best wishes!

I think nearly everyone would agree, the Lyme disease takes priority and you should be in top shape from a health aspect prior to elective surgery.  I would recommend you speak to your PS and postpone your surgery.  Best of luck with your recovery from Lyme disease and with your upcoming plastic surgery!

Lyme disease is capable of making you very ill and should be properly treated before embarking on elective cosmetic surgery such as a mommy makeover.

If you have completed your antibiotics and are cleared by your physician that is treating your Lyme disease, than you may proceed with your mommy makeover.Good Luck!

Hi Bribryjes, Thanks for sharing your question about recently contracting Lyme disease and debating moving forward with plastic surgery.  This is a very important subject to discuss directly with your plastic surgeon.  I'm sure they'll advise that you first heal completely before having your tummy tuck and breast lift.  It can be frustrating, but in the end patient safety must come first.  Very best to you.  -Brian S. Coan, MD, FACS

Hi, Bribryjes.  Please let your plastic surgeon know right away.  You need to be healed from lyme disease first.  Plastic surgery is for the most-part an elective surgery.  We want to make our patients look great; but we also want our patients to be healthy.  I would address your medical problem first and then proceed with your TT and breast aug/lift.  Best wishes for your speedy recovery.

Definitely let your PS know and you should delay surgery until you have recovered from your Lyme disease.  Your health and life are more important than having cosmetic surgery.

Your health and treatment of the Lyme disease is the biggest priority.    Postpone your surgery.   Talk with your plastic surgeon.   The breast surgery can always be rescheduled. 

Postpone your surgery. It's the only reasonable decision.  Health comes first...cosmetic surgery comes second!I hope this helps! Dr. Robert Shenker MD FRCSC