home. eMail . operations . cost . aging . after pregnancy . facial sculpture . body sculpture . men . scars Patrick Hudson MD PA, Plastic Surgery.................505/242 0070 for more information BLEPHAROPLASTY  information about Dr. Hudson Do I take my regular medicines before surgery?   related articles Yes. Take your regular medicines, such as those to control blood pressure, at your usual time. If you use a small sip of water to swallow the pill there is usually no problem. Some medications not to miss around the time of surgery include those for blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, psychiatric problems, birth control pills, etc.. Let your doctors know what medicine you take so they can advise you. If you have a general anesthetic, it is important that you tell the anesthesiologist about the medicines you take. Also mention that you have taken it with a sip of water the morning of surgery. If you use insulin, do not take it the morning of surgery unless you doctor has given your instructions. If you take blood thinners, such as Coumadin, you must stop taking them for several days before surgery. You should discuss this with the doctor who prescribes them for you. Blepharoplasty indications for blepharoplasty How is a blepharoplasty done? complications and problems associated with a blepharoplasty Some frequently asked questions (FAQs) about blepharoplasty or eyelid tightening INDEX OF QUESTIONS May I drink alcohol? What anesthetic will be used? What will I look like after surgery? Will I need to change any bandages? When may I bathe? When can I go to the beautician? How much will the operation cost? Will I have bruising or swelling? Can I combine this with other operations? What are the complications? Do I need to eat a special diet? When can I drive? What do I eat before surgery? How will I feel emotionally after surgery? How do I reach my doctor in an emergency? When can I exercise? What should I do to get ready for surgery? How long does it take to heal? When can I go home after surgery? How is a blepharoplasty done? How long does the operation take to do? Does it hurt after surgery? Do I need to use ice? Will my insurance pay for surgery? How long will the results of surgery last? When can I put my contact lenses in? Will I like the results? Are there any medicines I should not take before surgery? Will I need to take any special medicines? How early do I need to be at the operating room before surgery? How do I look after myself following surgery? Do I take my regular medicines before surgery? Can I get the same results without surgery? Where is the scar? When can I have sex? Do I sleep in any special position? Should I stop smoking before surgery? How do I look after my stitches? How can I know if surgery is right for me? Do I tell people I had cosmetic surgery? Is there anything I need to tell the surgeon before surgery? Do I need any special tests or X-rays? What happens if I do not like the results? Am I being vain? Will the operation affect my vision? Where is the operation done? Do I need somebody with me after surgery? When can I go back to work? Do I need to wear special clothes or garments? Can I have the operation more than once? Facelift Forehead Lift Eyelid Tightening Nose Job Ear pinback Skin Resurfacing Chin implant Cheek implant Scar Revision Hair Transplant Tummy Tuck Mini-abdominoplasty Thigh lift Liposuction Ultrasonic Liposuction Breast Enlargement Breast Tightening Breast Reduction Gynecomastia Arm lift Hear Dr. Hudson speak in your neighbourhood..............Request more information about cosmetic surgery home . eMail . operations . cost . aging . after pregnancy . facial sculpture . body sculpture . men . scar map of website . opening screen . webmaster . legal all material is copyright protected