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A1C 7.5 - Is it more dangerous for a type 1 diabetic to have a Breast Lift with Implants than a Tummy Tuck?

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C030426Apr 11, 2022

Is it more dangerous for a type 1 diabetic to have a breast lift with implant than a tummy tuck? A1C 7.5 had my tummy tuck with liposuction and fat transfer to hips 5 months ago every went really smooth no complications.

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Dr. Daniel Barrett, MD
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