Get the real deal on beauty treatments—real doctors, real reviews, and real photos with real results.Here's how we earn your trust.

Seroma after tummy tuck. If drainage is necessary, will I need to be fully under, or do they numb it with an injection? (Photo)

Belsy100
I have previously had ultra sound to discover a 61 x 12 x 51mm fluid collection in subcutaneous tissues in lower abdominal wall. Im almost 6 months post and my tummy below the belly button (had a mini tuck) is not flat. I want to get another scan done to see what's the current situation. If drainage is necessary will i need to be fully under or do they just numb it with an injection? What is the recovery time frame and will or should it then become flat? Thanks

Answers (5)

From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
Kenneth Hughes, MD profile photo
Dr. Kenneth Hughes, MD
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
4.7 | 664 Reviews
Answer
Michael S. Lofgren, MD, FACS profile photo
Dr. Michael S. Lofgren, MD, FACS
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
5.0 | 19 Reviews
Answer
Dr. Camille Cash, MD
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Answer
Dr. Connie Hiers, MD, FACS
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Answer
Answer

More Mini Tummy Tuck Questions

See all Mini Tummy Tuck Q&A