Hello, i have two separate questions: 1) would i qualify for a plastic surgery: i have psoriatic arthritis. I am currently on biologic Stelara. Would this play a factor? 2) my mom is a breast cancer survivor. Would breast implants decrease my chances of detecting cancer in early stages?
November 26, 2016
Answer: Candidate for surgery I think it would be wise to obtain medical clearance from your rheumatologist before proceeding with surgery. Breast implants are not known to decrease your chances of detecting cancer. If you get medical clearance then you should consult with some plastic surgeons to determine a good surgical plan for you.
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November 26, 2016
Answer: Candidate for surgery I think it would be wise to obtain medical clearance from your rheumatologist before proceeding with surgery. Breast implants are not known to decrease your chances of detecting cancer. If you get medical clearance then you should consult with some plastic surgeons to determine a good surgical plan for you.
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November 18, 2016
Answer: Candidate for Tummy Tuck and Breast Enlargement ? Thank you for a very insightful question. Many patients with well-controlled medical issues may still be good candidates for plastic surgery. Our paramount concern is always for your overall health and safety. Close collaboration between your rheumatologist and plastic surgeon is very important in your circumstance to make sure you would be a good candidate, minimize your chance of infection while on your immune-modulators, and choose proper breast implants (saline may be a better choice for you). Patients that have underlying pain sometimes also may need special attention to their post-operative pain medications to make sure the regimen is effective after surgery. I would encourage you to find a board-certified plastic surgeon with expertise in these procedures, as well as a willingness to be collaborative with your primary care doctor and rheumatologist.
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November 18, 2016
Answer: Candidate for Tummy Tuck and Breast Enlargement ? Thank you for a very insightful question. Many patients with well-controlled medical issues may still be good candidates for plastic surgery. Our paramount concern is always for your overall health and safety. Close collaboration between your rheumatologist and plastic surgeon is very important in your circumstance to make sure you would be a good candidate, minimize your chance of infection while on your immune-modulators, and choose proper breast implants (saline may be a better choice for you). Patients that have underlying pain sometimes also may need special attention to their post-operative pain medications to make sure the regimen is effective after surgery. I would encourage you to find a board-certified plastic surgeon with expertise in these procedures, as well as a willingness to be collaborative with your primary care doctor and rheumatologist.
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