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A member asked:
What do you suggest if my hemoglobin is at 10.5 g/dl, is it safe for me to have an abdominoplasty with lipo?
6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Probably: It's probably safe. However, an abdominoplasty with liposuction is an elective procedure. Before undergoing any elective procedure, the cause of your anemia should be investigated by your primary physician.
Answered 1/28/2017
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May be...: Seek consultation with well experienced board-certified plastic surgeons to discuss your goals. Only after careful history, physical examination, laboratory evaluation, will you receive good advice whether or not it is safe to proceed. Much may depend on exactly what procedures are planned and how much expected blood loss there will be. Limit the liposuction to “safe” amounts, if any...
Answered 5/23/2016
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