I come back to Southern California for Thanksgiving and my mom has gotten idiotic plastic surgery. Please help me cope. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 24, 2009 - 42 answers

I'm thinking of getting surgery to remove nasal polyps. Should I get it done in the Boston area, where I have no insurance, or in Bergen, Norway, where I'll be returning for work in January (with a worker's visa)? Or should I have it done at all?
posted by anonymous on Nov 20, 2009 - 8 answers

I think having surgery made me anxiety prone and depressed. Is this possible and will I go back to being myself after I fully recover from the surgery? I know YANAD. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Sep 29, 2009 - 16 answers

In need of immediate relief for hemorrhoids before I go insane. Will surgery end this quickly? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Sep 17, 2009 - 15 answers

Deviated septum fixed - but 'new nose' feels damn weird. Advice appreciated. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Aug 13, 2009 - 9 answers

I'm considering breast implants. Please help me decide if this is a good idea. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 22, 2009 - 96 answers

What are my options for an six week absence from work for surgery with my employer? Is Aflac what I'm looking for? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jun 22, 2009 - 8 answers

I just found out I need major surgery, and I've got some questions... [more inside]
posted by anonymous on May 20, 2009 - 21 answers

I will be having surgery in the near future which will either leave me with a whisper for a voice or not being able to speak. I am a manager/team leader/director and I work with a large number of with people. Anyone know of resources for non-vocal team leading/management philosophies and styles? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on May 13, 2009 - 6 answers

Given my lifestyle, should I get gastric bypass surgery? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Apr 27, 2009 - 34 answers

How soon to travel after major surgery? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Mar 23, 2009 - 9 answers

Talk me down: Wisdom teeth removal and utter terror. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Feb 9, 2009 - 81 answers

I'm having abdominal surgery on Tuesday of next week. And you are not my doctor or, in fact a doctor at all. Although it's not bowel surgery, my bowel is notoriously difficult and always seizes up for a few days after anyone has been in there having a fiddle. What can I eat in advance to reduce the "residue" so I enter surgery with a pretty empty bowel? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 3, 2008 - 9 answers

My Mom has announced she is getting surgery for a 'skin bra'. I'm concerned but cannot find much information about the procedure, potential complications, or whether I should attempt to dissuade her. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 13, 2008 - 14 answers

Any info about lap-band surgery in Mexico? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Feb 22, 2008 - 9 answers

Where does somebody with a mouthful of rotten and broken teeth get it fixed in New Zealand (Auckland)? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 2, 2007 - 3 answers

Silicone cheekbone/jaw implants: advice or experiences about shaping a new skull? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on May 26, 2007 - 6 answers

Two-fold question: 1) Can you share your personal anecdotes about gastric banding surgery? 2) How would you feel if you found out your (now skinny) significant other had surgery to lose the weight? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 27, 2006 - 21 answers

This is embarassing: I would like to know if there is any surgery ( cosmetic or otherwise) to remove excessive rolls of skin I have on my belly after a serious amount of weight loss. With clothes on I look fine, but undressed I am so self conscious. I am very small, and my belly used to be much bigger, (pregnancy etc.) but now that it isn't there is nowhere for all that extra (stretched) skin to go. Any thoughts?
posted by anonymous on Jun 19, 2006 - 16 answers

Anyone had experience with surgery to remove post-hemorrhoid skin tags? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Feb 12, 2006 - 1 answer

Experiences with rhinoplasty (nose job)? And, can anyone recommend a good plastic surgeon? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jan 4, 2006 - 6 answers

My delightfully sexy, very petite, girlfriend is determined to get her breasts embiggened with silicone. What are the downsides, for ME? I think they're perfect already. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Sep 13, 2005 - 27 answers

I'm curious about breast reduction surgery. What factors should I consider? How do I find a surgeon? Has anyone else here had this procedure done? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jun 28, 2005 - 21 answers