I need a panniculectomy. Would this be considered medically necessary? (Photo)

February 7, 2022
Asked By:iDreamOfCurves in Coles Corner, Washington

Would this be qualify as medically necessary? My apron is more of a level I and I haven’t had any significant weightloss. I actually gained 30lbs after last pregnancy and haven’t been able to lose more than a few lbs without regaining it all. I DO however have this chronic rash/lacerations under the bust and then, in between my labia majora and thighs, it is 10x worse! Both areas get very sweaty and have foul odor. I am constantly getting unexplained UTIs and BV. I have chronic lower back pain 2

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Answer: A Medically Approved Panniculectomy

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