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Buffalo hump - what is the best approach? Would non-surgical treatments work? Or would liposuction be a better idea? (photo)

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aslaniRound2LDNJun 28, 2021

Ive a fat deposit on my upper back, a "buffalo hump", I find it extremely annoying and would love to get rid of it, what is the best approach? would non-surgical treatments work? or would liposuction be a better idea? if so, how much would it cost to get this part lipoed? Thank you!

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