I thought taking the vitamin E was good to help your skin bounce back from trauma of surgery etc. Why should I stop taking it before surgery? What happens, how does the vital E cause problems? And how long before my procedure should I stop?
August 26, 2015
Answer: Vitamin E and Breast Augmentation Medications such as vitamins E and Fish oil can increase the risk of bleeding during and after surgery. This can result in complications such as hematoma. I generally recommend that my patients stop such medications for about two weeks prior to their operation.It is important to realize that herbs and supplements can be as strong as prescription medication with regard to side effects. You should discuss all medications, herbs and supplements that you are taking with your physician to plan accordingly for surgery. Of course, it is critical that you use a surgeon who certified by the American Board of plastic surgery.The link below summarizes a paper I wrote on the use of herbs and supplements in plastic surgery. I hope it is useful to you.I wish you the best,Dr. Gabbay.
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August 26, 2015
Answer: Vitamin E and Breast Augmentation Medications such as vitamins E and Fish oil can increase the risk of bleeding during and after surgery. This can result in complications such as hematoma. I generally recommend that my patients stop such medications for about two weeks prior to their operation.It is important to realize that herbs and supplements can be as strong as prescription medication with regard to side effects. You should discuss all medications, herbs and supplements that you are taking with your physician to plan accordingly for surgery. Of course, it is critical that you use a surgeon who certified by the American Board of plastic surgery.The link below summarizes a paper I wrote on the use of herbs and supplements in plastic surgery. I hope it is useful to you.I wish you the best,Dr. Gabbay.
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August 26, 2015
Answer: Vitamin E Hello,Your Plastic Surgeon will likely give you a list of medications and supplements to avoid before and immediately after surgery because they can lead to bleeding. They should provide you with a clear timeline and instructions regarding this. If you are unclear about the safety of any substance in the weeks leading up to surgery, you may also ask a pharmacist.All the best
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August 26, 2015
Answer: Vitamin E Hello,Your Plastic Surgeon will likely give you a list of medications and supplements to avoid before and immediately after surgery because they can lead to bleeding. They should provide you with a clear timeline and instructions regarding this. If you are unclear about the safety of any substance in the weeks leading up to surgery, you may also ask a pharmacist.All the best
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