Chances of embolism and compression socks

[NaughtyGuy91]

Hi,

I've been suffering with grade 2A gyno for 15+ years, and considering surgery now.
Did PS consultation, blood work which was normal, was asked to schedule surgery, and given an Informed Consent form.
My anxiety issues were exacerbated after going through a few of the complications.
So I'm seeking advice from the experts here, to get a real picture of things, and make a decision(hardest decision of my life yet).
I'm 30 years old, BMI is 22, BF is 17%
I've autoimmune hypothyroidism, which is currently stable(on T3 medication).

1.Is this surgery safe for a person undergoing treatment for autoimmune hypothyroidism?
2.From your experience, what do you think are the chances of embolism from this surgery?
3.Do compression socks completely eliminate the chances of embolism?

My PS said he doesn't provide compression socks for clients, so would it be advisable to procure them myself?
TIA.

[Miguel Delgado MD]

The surgery is safe with stable autoimmune hypothyroidism.  Your primary care doctor should make sure that your thyroid levels are normal.

Embolism is rare with this procedure for a young healthy male. You are not at high risk.

Nothing will completely eliminate the risk.  The risk in your case is extremely low but wearing compression stockings and ambulating every hour when awake is important.

[NaughtyGuy91]

Thanks for the prompt response Doc.
A follow up question to the above-
Does local tumescent anesthesia reduce the chances of embolism over general anaesthesia?

[Dr. Cruise]

Yes, the surgery is safe given everything came back showing you are an otherwise healthy young male with stabilized autoimmune hypothyroidism. Embolism is very rare especially for someone as young and healthy as you are. It is always a good idea to wear compression stockings and to move around following surgery. Keep in mind, with any surgery there are always risks and the potential for unforeseen complications. You must always weigh out the risk vs. reward when making a decision to have a surgical procedure. 

[NaughtyGuy91]

Thanks for the prompt response Doc.
A follow up question to the above-
Does local tumescent anesthesia reduce the chances of embolism over general anaesthesia?

[Dr. Schuster]

I agree with Dr. Delgado

[NaughtyGuy91]

Thanks for the prompt response Doc.
A follow up question to the above-
Does local tumescent anesthesia reduce the chances of embolism over general anaesthesia?