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How soon after Gallbladder Surgery (laparoscopic) can I have a BBL?

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ChynaDoll2017Oct 27, 2016

I had gallbladder removal surgery 10/12/16 via laparoscopy. I would like to have a BBL done in December. Is that a reasonable amount of time between the 2 procedures?

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Thank you for your question. This is best to be discussed with your plastic surgeon. Each surgeon and anesthesiologist have different protocol that is followed. Best of luck on your surgery.

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