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When will the swelling subside after my lip surgery? (Photo)

i gt 5 stiches one side at lower lips,its been 9 days but its bit swollen oneside.do d swolling remains frever.how long it will take to mk it normal.

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Dr. Pavan Murdeshwar, MCh
Dr. Pavan Murdeshwar, MCh
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Answered on Feb 23, 2018
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