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Burning Skin Sensation After Lipo and Fat Grafting

My Friend Had Fat Grafting, and Lipo Done About 5 Days Ago. Is burning skin sensation normal after lipo and fat grafting. It's really sensation to touch.

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Dr. Ron Shelton, MD
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Dr. Ron Shelton, MD
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Answered on Apr 12, 2016
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Dr. Randy Proffitt, MD
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