Low Platelets and Rhinoplasty Surgery

January 2, 2011
Asked By:parades in jersey city, nj

I have low platelet count that fluctuate between 40,000-86,000 and would like to know if it's safe for me to undergo rhinoplasty. I do not experience any symptoms related to low platelet. Thanks

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October 21, 2018

Answer: High chances of bleeding after rhinoplasty

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Kevin Sadati, DOFacial Plastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
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October 21, 2018

Answer: High chances of bleeding after rhinoplasty

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Kevin Sadati, DOFacial Plastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
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January 13, 2011

Answer: Low Platelet Count and Rhinoplasty

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John Philip Connors III, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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January 13, 2011

Answer: Low Platelet Count and Rhinoplasty

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John Philip Connors III, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
January 10, 2011

Answer: A reputable hematologist may advise you on your risk of hemorrhage after Rhinoplasty Surgery.

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Eric M. Joseph, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
January 10, 2011

Answer: A reputable hematologist may advise you on your risk of hemorrhage after Rhinoplasty Surgery.

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Eric M. Joseph, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

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January 5, 2011

Answer: Low Platelets and Nasal Surgery

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Earl Stephenson, Jr., MD, DDS, MBABoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
January 5, 2011

Answer: Low Platelets and Nasal Surgery

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Earl Stephenson, Jr., MD, DDS, MBABoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
January 4, 2011

Answer: Bleeding and rhinoplasty surgery

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Scott Trimas, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
January 4, 2011

Answer: Bleeding and rhinoplasty surgery

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