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Is it okay to go swimming after explant?

I am having a breast implant removal on Wednesday and 3 weeks after I am going on holiday. Will it be ok to go swimming or would you advise against it? I am just having a simple removal, no capsule removal or lift. Thank you :)

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Dr. Camille Cash, MD
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