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I am 12 weeks post opt on a tummy tuck lipo swelling. Is it good to swear spanx 24/7? I am still pretty swollen

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Fernana1May 28, 2017

I was wondering if it is good to wear a spanx 24 7 still since I am still pretty swollen?

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