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What can i do to prepare myself for day surgery to remove breast lump?

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Dr. David Rosenfeld answered

See below: Get a good nights sleep. Meet with your anesthesiologist in advance. Discuss possible post-op pain with your surgeon.

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Answered 6/11/2016

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