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I have DM 2 and would like to undergo lipo cavitation for my back fat. Is this advisable? (photo)

absinthe01Jul 28, 2014
I am 32 years old. I have DM2 (for 12 years now). From oral maintenance meds, i opted to switched to insulin two years back. My sugar is well maintained by my diet, not to mention I workout everyday (cardio and weights) for at least an hour. But i cant seem to get rid of that excess back fat. I am thinking of undergoing lipo cavitation. Is this advisable?

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