Is it safe to do BA augmentation, BBL and facial surgery when I'm on my period?

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Is it Safe to do BA augmentation, BBL and facial surgery when im on my period? If I insert mirena iud birth control I'll most likely bleed in the beginning, will this be a problem if I do plastic surgery when I bleed?

William J. Vinyard, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.This is a good question and it shows you are thinking about safety first.  Typically, there are no issues with a women having surgery during her menstrual cycle.  However, everyone is unique and there surgery should be approached individually.  You should ask this question to your plastic surgeon.  I usually get preoperative laboratory tests to verify no underlying issues that would need to be addressed prior to surgery.I hope this helps.  Best wishes!William J. Vinyard, M.D., F.A.C.S.Board Certified Plastic SurgeonPalm Beach, Florida

William Andrade, MD · Answer

Thank your for your inquiry.  Generally it is safe to perform these plastic surgery procedures on your menstrual cycle.  I would suggest checking with your surgeon to confirm.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Generally speaking, undergoing plastic surgical procedures should not be a problem when patients are menstruating. However, for the most relevant/specific advice, run your questions/concerns by your plastic surgeon. Best wishes.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Having your menstrual cycle should not be a problem in the average patient.  I have performed many surgeries while patients were having their period.

Thomas M. DeWire Sr., MD (retired) · Answer

blossomxnt,Generally surgery during menstrual bleeding is not a problem, but for lengthy procedures, especially those involving liposuction, the risk of deep vein thrombosis can be elevated by supplemental estrogens, regardless of the source. That is the question to ask of your surgeon.

Is it safe to do BA augmentation, BBL and facial surgery when I'm on my period?

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Answer: Menstrual cycle and surgery

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Is it safe to do BA augmentation, BBL and facial surgery when I'm on my period?

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Answer: Menstrual cycle and surgery

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Answer: Estrogens and prolonged or multi-area procedures

Answer: Estrogens and prolonged or multi-area procedures

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