Should I go through breast augmentation if I have Graves Disease?

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I have booked a Breast Augmentation but I am concerned about Graves Disease (hyperthyroidism) affecting more problems in the future. I got Graves last year, but I have gotten a medical clearance from my Endocrinologist. However, I have only been getting blood results for about 3-4 months (which I am unsure if this should be a problem). I will be getting silicone implants, placed sub-muscular, and round implant shape. My biggest concern is health, and if I should go through with the procedure?

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear kimberlyfitz,
any health condition should be well controlled prior to surgery. If you are concerned, you can also get saline implants which can be a good solution. 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

Jacqueline Rose Makerewich, MD · Answer

Dear Kimberly,The most important thing in the setting of your Graves Disease diagnosis is that your disease is stable, well managed, and that you have received clearance for elective surgery from your endocrinologist. If you have a dedicated endocrinologist who carefully follows your condition and he/she has cleared you for surgery, having a breast augmentation should in no way affect the course of your Graves Disease.

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

I understand your hesitancy to get silicone implants if you have Graves’ disease which is felt to be autoimmune. No one can tell you for sure what affect implants might have. But if you want more peace of mind consider getting saline instead. Saline implants one inside are often indistinguishable from silicone. I put them in all the time and patients are delighted.

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