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Dog Ear Surgery Recovery Time

A MyBCTeam Member asked a question 💭
Wake Forest, NC

Hi all - I am having surgery Monday to fix dog ears from my BMX two years ago. After all the surgeries I’ve been through, I’m thinking this is a quick recovery. I assume lifting will be limited, but can I raise my arms? How long is the recovery?

Thanks!

September 18, 2020
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A MyBCTeam Member

Hope you have a speedy recovery.

September 21, 2020
A MyBCTeam Member

I hope your surgery went well Inthegrey. I was thinking if you. Rest as much as you can.

September 21, 2020
A MyBCTeam Member

@A MyBCTeam Member: woohoooo! Congrats on the successful dogear-ectomy! You're a star 😁👍🌟💖

September 21, 2020
A MyBCTeam Member

@A MyBCTeam Member, I have that same belly!!!!

September 21, 2020
A MyBCTeam Member

I have a pouch under my arm, on the side of the mastectomy, a few inches down. Is that the same thing? I hate it. It’s like a side boob!

September 20, 2020

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