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I take a blood thinner. Can I get BBL or tummy tuck?

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I have been told that i have to be off my blood thinners for 10 days, If I have to be off I my blood thinner for the procedure, can it be for 2 days prior and after the procedure start with lonvex injection to prevent clotting. If not what are some options for me.

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