Is it safe to get Liposuction if you're anemic?

In experienced surgical hands, blood loss with liposuction is minimal so anemic patients usually are still good candidates.  

Yes, as long as your anemia is controlled and you're a candidate, you can have liposuction. For best results, I recommend a hi definition procedure like VASER liposuction. I use VASER HI DEF with ThermRF and fat grafting to get the most fat removal, skin tightening, contour and definition. This combination will give you the most toned result. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a hi definition physique expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Thank you for your question.  The answer is "it depends".  If you are only slightly anemic it would be o.k. as liposuction is a relatively low blood loss procedure.  If you are severely anemic i would say no unless you had a letter of surgical clearance from a hematologist.  I would check with your hematologist first to see what his or her recommendation are. Best Wishes!

Liposuction is not ordinarily associated with any significant amount of blood loss, and for that reason there is no contraindication to having liposuction if you are anemic. Of course, it would be important to know the cause of your anemia and be certain that your condition is stable before proceeding. Your internist or GP should be consulted before go forward with any type of elective surgery.

Thank you for your question, Tgiwa.
Before you undergo any plastic surgery, it’s important that all your tests are normal. That includes your blood count, so your anemia needs to be resolved first before liposuction. Only then will your doctor clear you for surgery.
In case you’re planning to go ahead with your liposuction after anemia correction, make sure that you consult a reputable and board-certified plastic surgeon.
Good luck!

Anemia or low red blood cell count will interfere with healing, especially after a surgical procedure.  I would advise correcting the anemia BEFORE the procedure.  Elective cosmetic procedures should only be performed under ideal circumstances, no exceptions.Good Luck!

Modern tumescent liposuction is a relatively bloodless procedure as long as excessive volume is not removed during one session. If you're candidate for general anesthesia than the blood loss from properly done liposuction should not be a significant threat. Obtaining medical clearance from your family practitioner or internist would probably be advisable so that you are fully assessed and a safe candidate. A preoperative course of appropriate supplements such as iron or vitamin B12 may be a good idea for you before you have your surgery. Best wishes and enjoy your results.Jon A Perlman M.D., FACSCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryBeverly Hills, California