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If i am now a girl, will they shave my belly for gb surgery?

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Little: Only around the surgical sites which includes the umbilical area and above, and only if needed.

Answered 6/24/2013

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Dr. Richard Pollard answered

Specializes in Anesthesiology

See below: The usual surgical preparation includes shaving from the nipple area to the pubic bone. They should not shave any lower than that. Ladies as a rule don't need much of a shave, if any. You could mention your concerns or questions to your surgeon.

Answered 3/22/2020

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