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If you lose weight quickly, can you develop excess skin?
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Lose weight: First of all do not try and lose weight quickly. You will not feel yourself. 2-4 lbs weight loss a month is what you should aim for. If you lose weight slowly the "excess skin" should get much less.
Answered 2/24/2015
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