Can a person with rheumatoid arthritis have a cosmetic surgery?

April 20, 2014
Asked By:tiburcio40

Hi im 54 years old, and have rheumatoid arthritis, since 8 years ago.. I would like to know if im a good candidate for breast reduction. Im ddd cup, and is very hard dealing with the pain in my back and shoulders. Thank you

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April 30, 2014

Answer: Patients with rheumatoid arthritis can have breast reduction.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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April 30, 2014

Answer: Patients with rheumatoid arthritis can have breast reduction.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
October 16, 2018

Answer: Rheumatoid arthritis and breast reduction surgery

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October 16, 2018

Answer: Rheumatoid arthritis and breast reduction surgery

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March 14, 2017

Answer: RA Surgery

March 14, 2017

Answer: RA Surgery

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April 23, 2014

Answer: Breast reduction with RA

April 23, 2014

Answer: Breast reduction with RA

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