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Vagina Swelling After Tummy Tuck?

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doyouknowherAug 27, 2012

Had tummy tuck with lipo, it will be a year in December. Still have swelling and top of vagina is always swollen! What could be the cause?

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Dr. Steven Wallach, MD
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