Can I get double eyelid surgery during pregnancy?
Disease description:
I've been pregnant for 3 months and have always wanted to get double eyelid surgery. But during this special period, could undergoing double eyelid surgery affect my baby? Is it actually safe to have this procedure done during pregnancy?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Shuai
Generally, double eyelid surgery is not recommended during pregnancy. The detailed analysis is as follows:
Although double eyelid surgery is considered a minor procedure, it still involves certain trauma and surgical risks. Anesthesia is required during the surgery, and the components of anesthetic agents may potentially have adverse effects on fetal development. Although the exact extent and mechanisms of these effects are not yet fully understood, for safety reasons, the use of anesthesia during pregnancy should be avoided.
In addition, the immune system is suppressed during pregnancy to prevent rejection of the fetus, which might affect wound healing and increase the risk of infection. Moreover, the elevated levels of estrogen and progesterone during pregnancy may stimulate excessive scar formation, thus affecting the outcome of the double eyelid surgery. Therefore, it is recommended to avoid double eyelid surgery during pregnancy to ensure the health and safety of both the mother and the fetus.
It is advised to avoid all non-urgent surgical procedures during pregnancy. If there is a strong desire for cosmetic enhancement, it is recommended to wait until after childbirth and full recovery before considering such procedures.
