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Is it normal to have a breakout on my chest/upper breasts post-op?

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claracoyelJul 5, 2018NYC

I've been having a really bad breakout on my lower chest area and upper breast area, and want to know if it's something I should worry about

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Dr. Richard A. Bartlett, MD

Dr. Richard A. Bartlett, MD

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Answered on Aug 16, 2019

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