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How long after an arm lift is it safe to have blood pressure taken in the arm?

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KaitysgramJan 27, 2015

I am 7 weeks post arm lift and tummy tuck surgery and have been doing great. I wonder how long before I can resume taking my blood pressure in my arm.

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