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Can body shape beat out BMI?

Panniculectomy

I'm 5'5", 375 lbs. Lost over 100 lbs 5 years ago, approved for a medically necessary panniculectomy & maintained my weight at 350 lbs for that time. High A1C disqualified me, A1C is now under control. 'Apron' is so large, I can't step onto a curb without help. New physical limitations, starting to gain weight. Have been working with a dietitian. Just want to not hurt & improve life. HELP?!

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What type of permanent procedure?

Chemical Peels, IPL, Fractional CO2 Laser Treatments

I am not a fan of injectables, have been using retinol for a little bit, but it seems to make it worse. I would like to get rid of the crow’s feet, that appear when I smile, and also the wrinkling underneath my eyes. I really don’t have an issue with any other part of my face, but it’s my eyes.

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Breast reduction practice anyone?

Breast Augmentation

Hello! I’m a 19 year old female who has had a lot of problems with body image growing up. due to this, I would try to make my breasts as small as possible to appear smaller in clothes. I have grown out of all of that now, but years of unsafe finding have made my breasts large and saggy and despite being on a health journey, and now losing weight safely, the size of my breast, never seem to decreas

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Can body shape beat out BMI?

Panniculectomy

I'm 5'5", 375 lbs. Lost over 100 lbs 5 years ago, approved for a medically necessary panniculectomy & maintained my weight at 350 lbs for that time. High A1C disqualified me, A1C is now under control. 'Apron' is so large, I can't step onto a curb without help. New physical limitations, starting to gain weight. Have been working with a dietitian. Just want to not hurt & improve life. HELP?!

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What type of permanent procedure?

Chemical Peels, IPL, Fractional CO2 Laser Treatments

I am not a fan of injectables, have been using retinol for a little bit, but it seems to make it worse. I would like to get rid of the crow’s feet, that appear when I smile, and also the wrinkling underneath my eyes. I really don’t have an issue with any other part of my face, but it’s my eyes.

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Breast reduction practice anyone?

Breast Augmentation

Hello! I’m a 19 year old female who has had a lot of problems with body image growing up. due to this, I would try to make my breasts as small as possible to appear smaller in clothes. I have grown out of all of that now, but years of unsafe finding have made my breasts large and saggy and despite being on a health journey, and now losing weight safely, the size of my breast, never seem to decreas

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Obesity Surgery

Liposuction

What kinds of surgery are out there for women with obesity who don't want to do bariatric surgery?

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How to find a surgeon for breast augmentation?

Breast Augmentation

I know to look for a board certified surgeon, but what are some other things you look for to find the "best" surgeon?

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How to find a surgeon for breast augmentation?

Breast Augmentation

I know to look for a board certified surgeon, but what are some other things you look for to find the "best" surgeon?

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