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How Long After my Augmentation Before I Can Drive a Car (Local Errands, Not a Long Trip)?

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Washington1976Feb 4, 2011

I had BA three days ago, and feel fortunate -- I have not needed any painkillers of any kind, and feel great. Quite perky and still swollen, but virtually pain free. I will follow doctors advice and refrain from exercise for three weeks (which will be hard!!), but since I feel so good, and have full range of motion in my arms without any pain, when can I drive my car for short errands? Many thanks.

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Dr. Lewis Albert Andres, MD
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