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White Pockets and Drainage After Tummy Tuck

asked 2 years ago by 1821anon in NC
Latest answer by David Finkle, MD
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I had a tummy tuck three weeks ago and I have white pockets in my belly button and some drainage (not foul smelling). Is this normal? What is the white stuff? I also started having some discharge (not foul smelling) from my incision and a small hole has opened up. It looks like I have some bruising starting under the incision. Is this the start of necrosis? I am a non smoker.

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Drainage after Tummy Tuck

Any drainage 3 weeks after a tummy tuck should be investigated. Make sure you notify your PS about this situation. The drainage could be any of the following: Seroma infection Hematoma Fat necrosis The treatment for the each is different, and even though not an emergency, you should be seen and evaluated urgently.
David Finkle, MD

Omaha Plastic Surgeon

www.bodybyfinkle.com

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