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.

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

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Thoughtful3073,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. You might need a clearance from your doctor prior to surgery. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD

Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question.  Be sure to discuss this with your surgeon as any new medications should be cleared by them for surgery.  That said in most cases this will not preclude you from your tummy tuck procedure.

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.

Christine Blaine, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi Thoughtful3073.  I would strongly suggest that you discuss your recent diagnosis/treatment with your board certified plastic surgeon and make sure that your primary care physician will still clear you for surgery before the H Pylori resolves.  Your surgeon may want to postpone your surgery if you have ulcers or complications related to H Pylori.  I hope that this helps and please talk to your doctors.

Felix Omar Márquez, MD · Answer

Hello, thanks for your question. You can go to the operating room, only if your doctor approves it. You need a complete evaluation from your doctor and your plastic surgeon. Please consult both of them and make sure they have all the information. Good luck!

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

I would suggest asking your medical doctor first, and then if approved, your surgeon. If you are taking this for ulcers, it would be best that your ulcers have healed before having the additional stress of surgery.

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

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