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Having a muscle biopsy done august 16th. will i heal in time for my wedding august 31st ? it will either be taken from the thigh or arm..

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Dr. Kirpal Singh answered

Should be fine: If u have a choice, go for thigh. It will b sore for few days but in few weeks, u should be fine. Risk of complications is very small.

Dr Toman agreed

Answered 8/14/2013

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A member asked:

Having a muscle biopsy done august 16th. will i heal in time for my wedding august 31st ? it will either be taken from the thigh or arm..

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Kirpal Singh answered

Dr Toman agreed

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