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What happens if you don't get lymphatic massages after tummy tuck?

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foreveryoung908Aug 4, 2015

Is there any downside for not getting lymphatic massages? I am 4 months post op tummy tuck and have not massaged my incision. I am afraid my scar tissue will not soften up and will be permanent now

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