How Do I Prepare for Surgery?
Tumescent Liposuction preparation requires avoiding medicines
that can cause bleeding. Aspirin, Ibuprofen, and many arthritis
medications interfere with platelet function and must be stopped
2 weeks before surgery. Many cold, sinus, and other medications
contain these drugs and must also be stopped. Vitamin E interferes
with the liver making blood clotting factors from Vitamin
K. Stop taking Vitamin E at least 3-4 weeks before surgery.
Cigarette smoking can hinder wound healing, so please stop
at least 2 weeks before your operation.
To avoid ingrown hairs, don't shave or remove hair near the
regions to be sculpted the day of surgery. You will have to
not eat after midnight so you can arrive with an empty stomach.
You will be able to take your medications with a small sip
of water that morning. Check with us about any medications
that you will be taking. Wear loose fitting clothing that
opens in the front or pulls over easily. This will make it
easier to get dressed over your pressure garment and dressings.
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