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Can diabetics undergo liposuction?

Dr Shiv Saha
Consultant, Cosmetic Surgeon,
Sir Ganga Ram hospital, New Delhi

Q: I am a 40 years old man with well controlled diabetes. I am taking Glycide and Envas. I weigh 105 kgs and my height is 170 cm. I am quite obese. Can I get liposuction done?

A:If you are medically fit and your blood sugar is well controlled and if the liposuction procedure is done in a good institution, there are no contraindications.