I have my Mastopexy scheduled 8 days away. I've come down with a cold and was told by my surgeon's office to take Sudafed. Other websites that I've read say not to. I'm confused. I took some this morning but now I'm concerned that I'm endangering myself. What do I do? Also, if I stop it now, will there be an issue since I've taken it within the 2 weeks before surgery?
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Choosing between a lift and a reduction is dependent upon your desired surgical results. The lift will help with getting the nipple position higher and take up some of the loose skin, but the breast volume will essentially remain unchanged. If you would like less volume, a reduction can a...
In my practice, I divide breast lift options by distance from the sternal notch to the nipple. If the distance of the notch to nipple is less than 25cm's , then you can get a circumareolar mastopexy. My technique is a Goes Lift with internal Seri mesh. The shape is good and round. The lift...
You certainly sound like a good candidate for a breast lift - which would likely use an anchor type incision. That being said, timing of surgery has to do with a number of factors - really too many to list... Best to consult with a board certified plastic surgeon.
