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Am I too fat for liposuction?

jessicalarosaMay 22, 2017
Hi I'm 5'4 & I weigh around 220. I have been this weight for over a year. I don't eat bad at all. I gained most of this weight due to medications. I was wondering if I'm too fat for liposuction. I just want it in my tummy

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