I donate plasma twice a week. I'm getting breast augmentation, how many weeks prior to surgery should I stop donating.

There's no exact timing, but in my practice I would advise you to stop 6 weeks before surgery.

Dear deanna1971,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

Hello Deanna. If you were my patient I'd have you not donate plasma for at least two weeks before surgery. The longer the better to ensure that you are tuned up for your surgery. Donating can dehydrate you and make your blood volume lower and could contribute to poor recovery. Good luck!

Hello and thank you for your questionTo ensure that your body is as strong as possible on the day of your surgery, it is recommended to stop donating plasma at least two to four weeks before your appointment. However, each surgeon has their own recommendations, so talk with your board certified plastic surgeon about preparing for surgery. 

Thanks for your inquiry. The protocol for each surgeon will vary somewhat, but the standard range of time may be anywhere from two to four weeks before your procedure. Choose a qualified, experienced plastic surgeon for your breast augmentation and ask this question at your initial consultation so you know how to plan for your surgery. Best wishes for a safe and successful augmentation process!