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Face asymmetry/swelling near eyebrow, ear, cheek & under eyes, how to fix? (Photos)

Intelligent480503Dec 10, 2023
Hello there My face has swollen in areas near the eyebrow and ear also in my cheek area and under eyes. How can i fix this do i need surgery? I have pics

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