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Will 5 lymphatic massages be enough after my BBL?

2017FisherDollMay 26, 2017
I am 140 lbs currently and was told I would only need 5 but am also being told I will need 10. Not sure which one I should believe I'm a little tight on money but don't want to cut a corner that might be an important factor in my results.

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