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What happens after skin removal surgery?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Question is vague.: I am not sure what you are asking about. However, if it is about postoperative care, the following applies: https://www.gastricsurgeon.com/procedures/excess-skin-removal

Answered 4/4/2020

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