Thyroid cancer and breast augmentation - is it safe to undergo surgery?

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Hi i have booked my breast augmentation last year for august 2022 after years of breastfeeding they are not the same, how ever i found a nodule in my neck and had an ultrasound to which it may turn out to be thyroid cancer, my ent consultant has said it appears as it is at a very early stage and they may need to remove part of the thyroid but there is no rush as the nodule is very small they have done a biopsy to which we are awaiting results, is it safe to go ahead with BA?

Brian K. Reedy, MD · Answer

Hi & thanks for the question.
This is something you need to speak with your ENT and your plastic surgeon about. Both will want the results of the biopsy before a decision can be made. Best wishes!

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Your health is the priority.  Wait until you have the results of the biopsy before determining how/when to proceed with the breast augmentation.  I encourage you to speak to your surgeon and ENT about your concerns.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear 00fhaz,
you should be healthy prior to elective procedures. Every plastic surgeon has his own preoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

No, wait on the results. If you have cancer, hopefully not, it needs to be treated and not delayed for elective breast surgery.  Plus, you may need medical approval once treated before proceeding with your breast surgery.

George Lefkovits, MD · Answer

I would suggest waiting for the biopsy results of your thyroid and discussing the plan for treatment before undergoing breast augmentation. At this point your thyroid should take precedence. Good luck!

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