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Why am I having heartburn after lipo?

I never had heartburn before the surgery , the only time has been when pregnant I have noticed alot of heartburn with almost any food? Why is this happening I am 6wks post op had lipo and fat transfer?

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Dr. Shim Ching, MD
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