The nurse stated I will be leaking fluids the remainder of the day but it has been 3 days and one hole is still leaking. Is this normal?
Answer: Had a TT on 11/7 and my drains were removed however one of the holes is still leaking fluids? Thank you for sharing your question and congratulations on your tummy tuck. The drain holes may take several days to fully heal in to where there is no further drainage. I would keep the area clean and covered with a gauze and you should see a steady drop daily. Hope this helps.
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Answer: Had a TT on 11/7 and my drains were removed however one of the holes is still leaking fluids? Thank you for sharing your question and congratulations on your tummy tuck. The drain holes may take several days to fully heal in to where there is no further drainage. I would keep the area clean and covered with a gauze and you should see a steady drop daily. Hope this helps.
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November 26, 2017
Answer: Persistent drainage Thank you very much for your question. It is not unusual for the holes to continue draining after the tube was removed. It is important to keep it clean and follow the instructions of your doctor. It will eventually close. Have a wonderful rest of the day greetings from the beautiful island of Jamaica
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November 26, 2017
Answer: Persistent drainage Thank you very much for your question. It is not unusual for the holes to continue draining after the tube was removed. It is important to keep it clean and follow the instructions of your doctor. It will eventually close. Have a wonderful rest of the day greetings from the beautiful island of Jamaica
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November 25, 2017
Answer: Drainage from tummy tuck drain holes Thank you for your question. Is not unusual for some drainage to come out after your drains are removed. I would still contact your plastic surgeon's office and inform them on what's going on. best of luck
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November 25, 2017
Answer: Drainage from tummy tuck drain holes Thank you for your question. Is not unusual for some drainage to come out after your drains are removed. I would still contact your plastic surgeon's office and inform them on what's going on. best of luck
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November 25, 2017
Answer: Drainage after drain removal Thank you for your question. It is not unusual for the drain sites to have drainage for a few days. Typically they do close after 2-3 days, but it sounds like you may still have some fluid under the skin flap. As long as there are no signs of infection (fever, redness, pus) then I would recommend you treat conservatively for the time being. Best to keep your surgeon informed on your progress. Good luck.
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November 25, 2017
Answer: Drainage after drain removal Thank you for your question. It is not unusual for the drain sites to have drainage for a few days. Typically they do close after 2-3 days, but it sounds like you may still have some fluid under the skin flap. As long as there are no signs of infection (fever, redness, pus) then I would recommend you treat conservatively for the time being. Best to keep your surgeon informed on your progress. Good luck.
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Answer: I had a tummy tuck on 11/7 and my drains were removed 11/22/ however one of the holes are leaking fluids? Hello dear!!
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Answer: I had a tummy tuck on 11/7 and my drains were removed 11/22/ however one of the holes are leaking fluids? Hello dear!!
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