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Is shapewear harmful to wear for more than 8 hours if its only a snug fit but isnt tight + one size larger? i wear it for layering purposes, not to compress anything, but i still am concerned if its bad to wear point blank period?

Q: is shapewear harmful to wear for more than 8 hours if its only a snug fit but isnt tight + one size larger? i wear it for layering purposes, not to compress anything, but i still am concerned if its bad to wear point blank period?

: If you feel fine wearing it, then feel free to continue.

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Dr. Mark Owolabi answered

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If you feel fine wearing it, then feel free to continue.

Dr Adeyanju and another doctor agreed

Answered 2/17/2023

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A member asked:

Is shapewear harmful to wear for more than 8 hours if its only a snug fit but isnt tight + one size larger? i wear it for layering purposes, not to compress anything, but i still am concerned if its bad to wear point blank period?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mark Owolabi answered

Dr Adeyanju and another doctor agreed

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