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Can I have a liposuction during a thigh lift? How long is the recovery?

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Sleeve_SistersMay 21, 2023

Can I have a liposuction during a thigh lift? My thighs are fatty with varicose veins. Will this be a problem and can they remove the varicose veins and cellulitis at the same time? How long is the recover?

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