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Im scheduled for lipo, and want to lose weight. Is it a good idea to also get the intragastric balloon? (Photo)

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Im 5 2 175 lbs and am trying to get back to my usual self 125-130.need to lose 50lbs.im scheduled for lipo this week but since lipo isnt for weight loss is it a good idea to also get the intergastric balloon for the weight loss or what are some suggestions?

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