I had breast augmentation and have now got thyroid cancer. Can this cause any complications in my BA recovery?

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Hello hope everyone is well and in best health, so i had breast augmentation not long ago and today i have been diagnosed with thyroid cancer which means i had it at the time of surgery but did not know, would this cause any complications in my BA recovery and my options are to remove my thyroid would my BA not being that long ago have an effect on how soon i can have my thyroid removed and effect ny recoveries? Thank you in advance for all answers

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

I'm sorry to hear of your recent thyroid cancer diagnosis.  Your thyroid removal should not interfere with the healing from your breast augmentation.  I encourage you to discuss your situation with both your plastic surgeon and oncologist.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear sarahstar123
your recent diagnosis of thyroid cancer should have no effect on your recovery process. I understand your concern. It is best that you consult your plastic surgeon regarding post operative care and management (i.e including massage techniques and timing) specific to your case. Your surgeon knows your condition well and has preferences on when and what to use for faster healing and recovery. Post operative care and management depends on the type of surgery performed and the technique used during surgery among other factors.
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

I am so very sorry to hear about your diagnosis. Do not delay in treating your thyroid cancer because of recent breast surgery.

Douglas Taranow, DO, FACOS · Answer

Dear Sarah,
So sorry to hear about your thyroid cancer.  I hope the surgery and any follow up care goes smoothly.
I do not foresee issues with a partial or complete thyroidectomy and  your breast implant healing. 
Best wishes.
Dr. Taranow

Jeffrey C. Hamm, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hi and welcome to our forum!
Your breast augmentation should not interfere with treatment of your thyroid malignancy. The yhyroid procedure should be performed when feasible. 
If any anti-cancer drugs are required, however, they may interfere with breast augmentation healing, depending upon how long ago your breast procedure was performed.
Discuss this issue with your treating physician.
Best wishes...

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