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I have morphea and was thinking of getting. tummy tuck, is this dangerous? and will it accelerate or do something to my morphea?

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Morphea: You should ask your rheumatologist who knows you best before undergoing the procedure.

Answered 4/12/2014

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Dr. Victor Bonuel answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

I'm not sure: But my best guess is the surgery (since it won't lower ur immune system) won't cause any adverse effect on ur skin disorder. Best wishes! http://www.medhelp.org/posts/cosmetic--reconstructive-surgery/morphea-v-tummy-tuck/show/322232. http://www.cnn.com/health/library/morphea/ds00718.html.

Answered 4/13/2014

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Possible...: Best to run this question and your plans by the doctors who know you best (who treat the morphea); get his/her "clearance". Best wishes.

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