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Can fat cells replicate or just increase in size? Is there a consensus among plastic surgeons?

Can fat cells replicate on a very thin person who restricts calories , or do they just increase in size? and why do Board certified doctors have varying opinions on something thats supposed to be biological?

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Dr. Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation)
Dr. Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation)
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Answered on Feb 5, 2024
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