Can I still have a tummy tuck while on h pylori treatment?

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i just started a 4 med treatment today and my tummy tuck is in 8 days. I was diagnosed with h pylori yesterday. Will this treatment or diagnosis hurt me getting my tummy tuck?

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Hello.
Great question. Congratulations on your upcoming procedure. I will suggest discussing this with your specialist and surgeon. Every surgeon has their own pre op protocols. Best of luck.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

While your gastrointestinal physiology is being addressed with medication I would advise against an abdominoplasty. The increased intra-abdominal pressure generated by this operation, although temporary, can increase problems reflux. Even if this is not a problem for you I would wait until your other gastric intestinal issues are behind you before proceeding with an operation that will temporarily of fact gastrointestinal physiology.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

The answer to your question must come from a discussion with your treating physician and your plastic surgeon.  It is important for your safety that both physicians are aware of your h pylori treatment as well as your surgical plans.

Finny George, MD · Answer

Hi, thank you for sharing your question. 
This medication should not prevent you from getting your tummy tuck. Make sure to discuss this with your plastic surgeon. I hope this helps. Best of luck!

Pejman Aflaki, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. This should not prevent you from getting a tummy tuck. Let your plastic surgeon know about this though. Best,
Pejman Aflaki, M.D.                                             
Johns
Hopkins-trained double board-certified plastic surgeon

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