It may be time to discuss surgical body contouring when loose skin: Interferes with clothing fit or comfort Creates folds that are difficult to manage with hygiene or skin care Makes exercise or movement uncomfortable Causes the body shape to feel out of proportion after weight loss Remains despite strength training, stable nutrition, and time for the body to adjust Affects the face, neck, arms, abdomen, breasts, thighs, back, or buttocks in a way the patient wants evaluated A surgical consultation is not a commitment to surgery
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