If I take morphine for a back disorder, can I have a breast augmentation?

Answers from doctors (11)


More About Doctor Dr. Jeffrey Lisiecki, MD

Published on Aug 22, 2022

Generally, yes, but with caution. Make sure your plastic surgeon, pain doctor, and anesthesiologist all know about this, what and how much medication you're on, and they should come up with a plan. Long lasting local anesthetic and adjunct non-narcotic medications can be very helpful. Be safe and make sure everyone is in close communication.

Answered by Dr. Jeffrey Lisiecki, MD (View Profile)

Generally, yes, but with caution. Make sure your plastic surgeon, pain doctor, and anesthesiologist all know about this, what and how much medication you're on, and they should come up with a plan. Long lasting local anesthetic and adjunct non-narcotic medications can be very helpful. Be safe and make sure everyone is in close communication.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Mark E. Mason, MD, FACS

Published on Feb 22, 2019

A consultation with your plastic surgeon is the first thing to do. You will want to discuss the size of implants you desire and whether that may affect your back issues. You will also want to discuss your pain control after surgery.

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Answered by Mark E. Mason, MD, FACS

A consultation with your plastic surgeon is the first thing to do. You will want to discuss the size of implants you desire and whether that may affect your back issues. You will also want to discuss your pain control after surgery.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Kenneth L. Stein M.D. FACS

Published on Jan 05, 2017

You should check with your surgeon, the physician who has prescribed the morphine and, if different, the physician treating you for your back disorder.

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Answered by Kenneth L. Stein M.D. FACS

You should check with your surgeon, the physician who has prescribed the morphine and, if different, the physician treating you for your back disorder.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


James D. Wethe, M.D.

Published on Dec 30, 2016

Taking morphine for a back disorder does not necessarily disqualify you for a breast augmentation. For any patient, you included, the best idea is to visit a board-certified plastic surgeon and go over your medical history, including your back disorder and why you are currently taking morphine. After the history and examination of your chest/breasts, the plastic surgeon can give you their best thoughts on what would be appropriate for you. That decision may involve a discussion with the physician(s) who are managing your back problem and the associated medications to come up with a plan that makes sense and is optimized for you specifically. Hope this helps.

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Answered by James D. Wethe, M.D.

Taking morphine for a back disorder does not necessarily disqualify you for a breast augmentation. For any patient, you included, the best idea is to visit a board-certified plastic surgeon and go over your medical history, including your back disorder and why you are currently taking morphine. After the history and examination of your chest/breasts, the plastic surgeon can give you their best thoughts on what would be appropriate for you. That decision may involve a discussion with the physician(s) who are managing your back problem and the associated medications to come up with a plan that makes sense and is optimized for you specifically. Hope this helps.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Larry Leverett, MD, FACS

Published on Dec 21, 2016

Yes, but it may be difficult to preform the procedure using IV sedation. Patients who take chronic analgesics are better candidates for general anesthesia.

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Answered by Larry Leverett, MD, FACS

Yes, but it may be difficult to preform the procedure using IV sedation. Patients who take chronic analgesics are better candidates for general anesthesia.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Stephen Greenberg, MD

Published on Dec 15, 2016

Thank you for your question. Simply taking morphine or any narcotic pain medication is not a contraindication for a breast augmentation in and of itself. It is quite possible that your surgeon, however, might request that your pain management doctor prescribe any medication to manage post-op pain.

If you are interested in having a breast augmentation, I would recommend scheduling a consultation with a board-certified operating surgeon. It would be important to discuss your medical history and any medications that you are currently taking with your operating surgeon.

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Answered by Stephen Greenberg, MD

Thank you for your question. Simply taking morphine or any narcotic pain medication is not a contraindication for a breast augmentation in and of itself. It is quite possible that your surgeon, however, might request that your pain management doctor prescribe any medication to manage post-op pain.

If you are interested in having a breast augmentation, I would recommend scheduling a consultation with a board-certified operating surgeon. It would be important to discuss your medical history and any medications that you are currently taking with your operating surgeon.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Charles Slack M.D.

Published on Dec 14, 2016

Yes, you can, but you will likely require stronger pain meidcations than are typical for a breast augmentation due to your chronic use of morphine.

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Answered by Charles Slack M.D.

Yes, you can, but you will likely require stronger pain meidcations than are typical for a breast augmentation due to your chronic use of morphine.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Robert Kearney, MD

Published on Dec 14, 2016

Yes is the short answer. You will have a tolerance to the pain meds to some degree, so work with your pain management doctor after the surgery. They would be the best ones to manage your pain.

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Answered by Robert Kearney, MD

Yes is the short answer. You will have a tolerance to the pain meds to some degree, so work with your pain management doctor after the surgery. They would be the best ones to manage your pain.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Edward Domanskis M.D.

Published on Dec 14, 2016

Morphine should be OK. Usually we restrict any Aspirin products or herbals, both of which may cause excess bleeding. That said, you should consult with the physician who prescribes the morphine, as well as the plastic surgeon you've chosen to perform your surgery.

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Answered by Edward Domanskis M.D.

Morphine should be OK. Usually we restrict any Aspirin products or herbals, both of which may cause excess bleeding. That said, you should consult with the physician who prescribes the morphine, as well as the plastic surgeon you've chosen to perform your surgery.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Paul Benien Jr. D.O., F.A.C.O.S., F.A.A.C.S.

Published on Dec 14, 2016

You need to discuss this with both the physician who prescribes the medication and your plastic surgeon.

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Answered by Paul Benien Jr. D.O., F.A.C.O.S., F.A.A.C.S.

You need to discuss this with both the physician who prescribes the medication and your plastic surgeon.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


More About Doctor Susan Vasko MD, FACS

Published on Dec 14, 2016

You can have a breast augmentation, but you should inform your plastic surgeon that you are taking morphine, and your surgeon may want to speak with the physician who prescribes you morphine in order to coordinate your post-surgical pain management.

Answered by Susan Vasko MD, FACS (View Profile)

You can have a breast augmentation, but you should inform your plastic surgeon that you are taking morphine, and your surgeon may want to speak with the physician who prescribes you morphine in order to coordinate your post-surgical pain management.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


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