P/S wont do my surgery because my HgB is 10 instead of 12. now im stuck trying to find a surgeon to do my surgery within the next week! any help? or suggestions for bay area P/S for a mommy makeover. along with pricing?
December 2, 2017
Answer: What is a hemoglobin level that you would accept for a mommy makeover procedure? I am not sure I understand your logic. Your plastic surgeon has advised you based on important principles: keeping safety and avoidance of complications as priorities. You should work on making a diagnosis of the anemia and measures to improve your blood count, prior to proceeding with the procedures. "Looking for a new plastic surgeon" is not a logical response, in my opinion. You will likely be able to find a plastic surgeon with less experience and/or less ethics. Will this be in your best interests?Some general thoughts: hemoglobin is a protein that carries oxygen throughout the body. A hemoglobin level that is too low (anemia can be associated with many potential problems, some very serious (including potential for stroke, myocardial infarction…). How much blood loss is associated with tummy tuck and liposuction surgery depends on exactly how the procedure is performed and how much liposuctioning is done. As you can imagine, much will depend on the specific surgeon and the specific patient involved.
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December 2, 2017
Answer: What is a hemoglobin level that you would accept for a mommy makeover procedure? I am not sure I understand your logic. Your plastic surgeon has advised you based on important principles: keeping safety and avoidance of complications as priorities. You should work on making a diagnosis of the anemia and measures to improve your blood count, prior to proceeding with the procedures. "Looking for a new plastic surgeon" is not a logical response, in my opinion. You will likely be able to find a plastic surgeon with less experience and/or less ethics. Will this be in your best interests?Some general thoughts: hemoglobin is a protein that carries oxygen throughout the body. A hemoglobin level that is too low (anemia can be associated with many potential problems, some very serious (including potential for stroke, myocardial infarction…). How much blood loss is associated with tummy tuck and liposuction surgery depends on exactly how the procedure is performed and how much liposuctioning is done. As you can imagine, much will depend on the specific surgeon and the specific patient involved.
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December 1, 2017
Answer: What is a hemoglobin level that you would accept for a mommy makeover procedure? The hemoglobin level is a measure of the red blood cells in your body. It is a blood volume measurement and a gauge of your chance to need a blood transfusion and overall ability to withstand surgery. You should increase your red blood cell count before surgery and you may need to see a specialist to correct this anemia. Performing surgery around 10 will likely increase your risks of landing in the hospital for a blood transfusion or worse....Best wishes, Dr. ALDO
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December 1, 2017
Answer: What is a hemoglobin level that you would accept for a mommy makeover procedure? The hemoglobin level is a measure of the red blood cells in your body. It is a blood volume measurement and a gauge of your chance to need a blood transfusion and overall ability to withstand surgery. You should increase your red blood cell count before surgery and you may need to see a specialist to correct this anemia. Performing surgery around 10 will likely increase your risks of landing in the hospital for a blood transfusion or worse....Best wishes, Dr. ALDO
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