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FTM Top surgery. I have dog ears, how can I get rid of them? (Photo)

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bestryyMay 5, 2018

This is my Ftm Top surgery for 3weeks. i have dog ears both side. How can I lose it? Is weight training or cardio can help? Thank you very much.

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