Color difference in drains - is it normal?

June 29, 2015
Asked By:LeviA. in Austin, TX

I have drain currently in both sides, they're rather uncomfortable and while the left side appears to be draining just fine and has turned to a clear yellow color, as my doctor said it would, the right has been continuously draining a thick red for the past few days. That side is also swollen a bit more, but its not overly noticeable. I would ask my doctor about this but his office assistant said he would be out of the office for the next few days and id like an answer sooner than later.

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