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Vaginal Discharge After Smart Lipo - Normal?

League CityFeb 12, 2011
The lipo was done to my abs and flanks. It has been almost 3 wks and I noticed it about 5 days after the procedure. I also have an IUD so I was wondering if it may had some interaction with the lipo. The discarge is white with a yellowish tint with little to no odor.

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