Can I take Plan B (levonorgestrel) 4 days before breast augmentation surgery?

Question

I was told to get off birth control before surgery and my boyfriend and I had an accident this weekend, so I took Plan B. I have breast augmentation surgery in 4 days. Am I at risk for surgery or healing complications?

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

This is an important question. Birth control pills can increase your risk for clotting especially in the first several months. I would discuss this issue at length with your gynecologist and plastic surgeon for specific recommendations tailored to you and the procedures performed.

Richard A. Bartlett, MD · Answer

It would be best to check in with the office of your operating surgeon prior to taking the plan B medication. The surgeon may want to administer a pregnancy test to confirm that you are not pregnant prior to receiving general anesthesia. If the surgeon's office required you to be off birth control prior to surgery then plan B is also likely contraindicated, so you should definitely make them aware of your current situation. Good luck!

Angela Champion, MD · Answer

You need to discuss this with your surgeon and if need be, postpone your procedure.  Better to be safe than sorry.  ac

Ramon Navarro, MD · Answer

you should postpose  your surgery it is  advisable  any anti or propregnat therapy before  any elective surgery

Can I take Plan B (levonorgestrel) 4 days before breast augmentation surgery?

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