Can I still have a Tummy Tuck, lipo and BBL if I have asthma? (Photo)

Asthma in and of itself is not a contraindication for tummy tuck.  Special considerations may be necessary from the plastic surgeon and anesthesiologist.

Thank you for your question. For safety reasons, to be a good candidate for the procedures you want at the same time, your labs and cardiovascular and pulmonologist preoperative evaluation must be optimal. I would suggest to be treated by board certificated plastic surgeon with experience in this procedure, to get the best desired results.
Kind Regards,Dr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-

If your asthma is optimally controlled the risk is very small and you can undergo major surgery without significant asthma complications. Most anesthesiologists I have worked with will recommend that you take your asthma medicine the prior to surgery with a sip of water and bring your inhalers to the surgery center. In addition, steroids are given just prior to anesthesia in most patients any way which helps prevent asthmatic complications. On the other hand, if your asthma is poorly controlled, or you are steroid-dependent, you are at increased risk and therefore it is recommended that your asthma specialist provide any needed specific medical preparation prior to surgery including a written plan to give to your surgeon and anesthesiologist regarding asthma medication recommendations pre- and post-surgery. This will include a complete pre-surgical evaluation including pulmonary function test results, physical examination, and review of your medications and past medical problems. If your pulmonary function tests are not optimal your asthma doctor and/or anesthesiologist may choose to postpone surgery until your asthma is under optimal control prior to giving surgical clearance. In addition, it is advisable that you contact that anesthesiologist beforehand to discuss any issues that might arise and their management. . This is because surgery may cause an asthma flare or related bronchospasm during or immediately after surgery. Make sure you tell the anesthesiologist and your surgeon the amount and type of steroids you take so additional steroids can be given to prevent adrenal insufficiency which can result in a sudden blood pressure drop.#asthma#breastimplantswithasthma

    In a patient whose asthma is well managed or has not been symptomatic for a long period of time, this combination can be performed.  I would get input or clearance from the managing physician.  I would
search for the
surgeon who you
feel is most likely to give you
the best results and who performs hundreds of these procedures each
year. I would look at reviews and before and after pictures on that
surgeon's website. Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA

Thank you for your picture. As long as you're asthma is controlled an the anesthesiologist has a plan to manage possible flareups. body contouring surgery can be performed.

Asthma is not a contraindication to having a tummy tuck. I would make sure that you are having it in a surgery center that has an anesthesiologist present and is fully accredited as a surgery center.Having said that, I would not recommend having any of these procedures until you are done having children.

Ok, I am trying to figure out what BBL is and other than broad band light therapy, I can't figure it out! Definitely, I would get clearance from the physician who normally manages your asthma.  If it's stable, anesthesia is comfortable and your surgeon is comfortable, surgery is possible.  Congrats on your weight loss!  I would want to know your bmi (body mass index) and your goal weight to have a meaningful conversation about the surgery, your expected results and whether it would make a "meaningful difference".  This is something a board certified plastic surgeon should and would do at your consultation.  Good luck! 

Hi, thanks for your inquiry and for posting your picture, I would say that you need approval from your physician that has followed your asthma case or an internist of your choice prior scheduling any procedure at all. Upon his/her approval you would be able to have these procedures which would be very beneficial to your figure. Still, please have a virtual or an in person consultation so you can discuss all your options and expectations widely, good luck in your PS Journey,Respectfully,Dr. Jaime Campos-Leon 

The physicians (for example internist) who know you best will be able to determine whether you are a good candidate for the combination procedures ( usually patients are able to proceed if the asthma is under optimal control). Combination surgical procedures are done on a routine basis. However,  it is best to evaluate each patient on an individualized basis. During this consultation process, after a complete history and physical, the SAFETY  of combining these surgical procedures becomes of paramount importance.  Plastic surgeon, anesthesia provider, duration of surgery, surgery facility all will be important  considerations.  Communicate your goals,  concerns, questions ( especially in regards to timing of the procedures in relation to future pregnancy) with your plastic surgeon. Best wishes.

In general terms the medical condition of Asthma does not exclude having these surgeries. But with one caveat - a written medical clearance from your asthma doctor. Now specifically in your case. - if you are planning future pregnancies than I am AGAINST a TT especially if MR is planned. Ok for lipo with fat grafting but why do a TT if you become pregnant again??? Just something you need to consider....