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Is pain normal almost 1 year after liposuction? Do you recommend any tests or treatment to help?

GRNDRJul 31, 2017
I had aggressive liposuction almost a year ago and I still have severe pain in my back and "buffalo" hump" area. I also have pain from the blood pressure cuff during my surgery. I have taken Nuerotin this whole time which helps but doesn't take the pain away completely. Is this pain most likely be permanent?

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