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Is a Tummy Tuck the only way to fix my loose skin? (photo)

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Mrs30524Aug 18, 2022

I've had four children. I'm 5'5 and 130 lBs. I was curious if a tummy tuck is truly the only way to fix this loose skin. I'd like to try anything and everything before I do a major surgery

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