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Can you tell me if i could still build muscle if i have my pancreas removed?

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Muscle building: You will receive replacement treatment if your pancreas is removed and once you have fully recovered from the treatment you can still build muscle.

Dr Gordon agreed

Answered 9/19/2015

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