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After drains are removed, where does the fluid go?

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My drains were removed 5 days ago, as they were collecting very little fluid. However, the area near the site where the drain was is a little "puffy" and I'm wondering if it could be trapped fluid. What happens to residual fluid after the drains are out?

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