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Can I make a detox tea after 6 weeks of Tummy tuck and can I lay flat on bed on my stomach at this point?

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luzyjose9Apr 12, 2016

Is it ok if I make a detox tea after 6 weeks of tummy tuck and lipo.. And can I lay flat on my stomach at this point..

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