I have a wave like fluid after a Tummy Tuck. Any suggestions?

January 13, 2015
Asked By:bubby88 in Albury, AU

I just got home from tummy tuck.in bangkok. I am extremely happy but just worried now I.have fluid in the bottom.of my tummy which is wave like when.touched. i am.wearing a compression garment. My surgeon said to rest and my body will.absorb it on its own. Im concerned that it will alter my out come or it wont absorb. What do i need to do?.

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January 14, 2015

Answer: Seroma

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