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Is a 6 pack possible after tummy tuck? Why do I have loose skin again? (Photo)

geo12xMar 1, 2014
I Did 1st surgery in 2012 march tummy tuck/chest reduction and this April I did my revision on my scars and been still doing cuttin diet with daily cardio & weights. I feel like im loose again as u can see.... flap on bottom and that middle spot been loose since first surgery and just wont tighten and I have a flop hang when I sit down? MY DIET AND REGMINE IS STRICLY WATCHED TO VERY SINGLE THING WITH NO CHEATING . is it possible to get the 6 packs in my case or no? I feel AB MUSCLES laying down

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