What Disqualifies You From Getting Plastic Surgery?
Getting plastic surgery is one way of enhancing your aesthetics or correcting flaws. Almost everyone can get plastic surgery. However, surgeons evaluate certain aspects of a procedure recipient to determine if they qualify for a procedure for safety and procedural purposes. This guide looks into factors that can disqualify you from a procedure and is an excellent read if you intend to get plastic surgery and are unsure if you qualify.
Out-Of-Range BMI
BMI (body mass index) is a measure of body fat based on weight and height. It is not the most accurate measure of body fat or a person’s health. However, it is usually used in medical circles to offer a rough idea of their health and can be used to make critical decisions. For example, when seeking a tummy tuck, there is a requirement that an individual’s BMI be relatively low, as a tummy tuck is a procedure for correcting the effects of weight loss, but not a weight loss procedure. A low BMI can also be a concern, as it may indicate underlying health issues, in which case the physician may want to conduct further investigation before pushing forward with plastic surgery.
Undisclosed Health Conditions
Like other types of surgeries and medical procedures, plastic surgery recipients must fill out a medical questionnaire highlighting every vital detail about their health condition, such as past illnesses, allergic interactions with drugs, and existing medical conditions. The presence of some conditions, as reported on the questionnaire, can disqualify you from surgery or necessitate further investigations. However, it is not only the questionnaire service providers rely on. With or without mentioning medical conditions, surgeons will run some tests as part of preparation. If, in these tests, they see signs of undisclosed health conditions, they may have to pull off or postpone your procedure.
Pregnancy
During pregnancy, there is more than your health to worry about since the procedures and the drugs used can affect your unborn child. So, while you may have planned and set a date for the procedure, you will be required to take a pregnancy test on the day of your surgery. If it comes out positive, you cannot have the procedure until several months after giving birth. Experts recommend six months after birth, but the types of surgery will determine how long you take after birth. For example, if you intend to have breast augmentation surgery, you may need to wait until you stop breastfeeding, which can be as much as two years.
Blood Pressure
Whether or not to proceed with a procedure largely depends on how far your blood pressure is from normal. It’s normal to have relative spikes in blood pressure when stressed or anxious, and the thought of getting a surgical procedure can be unnerving for most people. Such spikes fall with time, so your procedure may be delayed for observation or canceled altogether until you stabilize. For medical emergencies, physicians have to weigh their odds and may have to carry on with surgery even with the risks if it is the only way to save a patient’s life.
Non-Payment
Plastic surgery can be costly, and getting the procedure you want depends on your ability to pay for it. Most service providers allow their clients to book procedures and dates by making a down payment. However, most will require you to pay the full amount before performing the procedure. So, if you can’t afford it for any reason, you may not qualify to have one. But you can always reschedule it to a later date when you will be able to foot the bill.
Conclusion
While plastic surgeries have become quite commonplace today, they also come with risks and factors to consider, like any other invasive procedure. By educating yourself on the various factors to consider and aspects that might conflict with the procedure, you can maximize your chances of achieving flawless results with zero complications. Speaking to an experienced plastic surgeon can help you gain a deeper understanding of the procedure and whether you qualify for it or not.
