Cosmetic surgery is a very common procedure that offers many meaningful benefits to patients, but it also carries a high risk of serious complications. The risks are not always fully disclosed to patients which can create a lot of stress for them. Surgery is not a simple procedure. There are inherent risks associated with any type of surgery. Some of these risks are higher than others, however.
Vicarious experience
Vicarious trauma is when someone experiences traumatic events from the perspective of another person. Professional help can be provided to treat the experience. Friends and family can also be able to share their experiences and concerns. Even though it is difficult to talk about, loved ones should not be taken personally by the reactions. They should try to continue their daily routines and maintain contact with friends and family members.
Self-rated attractiveness
A study was done to determine if adolescents' self-rated physical attractiveness correlates with their psychological well-being. Participants were asked to rate themselves on their physical attractiveness, self-reported self-harm and suicidal thoughts. The results showed that male adolescents thought they were more attractive to themselves than their female counterparts. However, internalized distress was associated with self-rated attractiveness in girls. These associations were statistically significant in girls only and only in relation to self-harmed behavior and suicidal ideation.
Religiousness
Researchers have found that people's religious beliefs can influence their decision to undergo cosmetic surgery. Researchers found that people who are more religious than others were less likely to undergo cosmetic surgery. But, further research is required to determine the relationship between cosmetic surgery and religiousness.
Household income
This study has found a relationship between household income and risk for cosmetic surgery. The results suggest that individuals with higher incomes are more likely to undergo this procedure than those with lower incomes. The Dutch Central Bureau of Statistics used the measure of gross household Income to determine SES. It is a widely accepted method of assessing SES and has been shown to reflect health disparities among different socioeconomic groups.
Liquid silicone facial injections
Liquid silicone injections are a popular cosmetic surgery procedure, but there are risks associated with this procedure. Some patients might experience temporary swelling or bruising. Others may develop serious complications such inflammatory reactions. The liquid silicone injections might also migrate into other areas of your body, causing permanent injury. In some cases, treatment may cause a heart attack.
Infections
Patients can get infected after cosmetic surgery. Although infections are rare, they can happen despite antibacterial treatment. Different microorganisms may cause these infections. They are usually caused by Staphylococci, streptococci or both. However, infections from non-tuberculous mycobacteria (NTMs) have also been reported. These infections are often difficult to detect using standard Gram staining. They can also be resistant to common antibacterial drugs.