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Femalelate50's wants to get liposuction done. it's been hard for her to lose weight. looks bloated, feels pain bear ribs. has had c-section done.safe?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Liposuction: is not a good approach to weight loss. It can be used to help sculpt one's figure.

Dr Blinski agreed

Answered 10/14/2015

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