I had a tummy tuck with muscle repair on November 13. I did not have lipo. My drain was removed on day 7. I have been swollen on the right side since day 2. Should I worry that after draining, the right side was swollen 3 hours later? Would you call this a hematoma or seroma?
December 2, 2014
Answer: Hematoma Hematomas are initially too thick to aspirate with a needle. They will liquefy over time and can be aspirated later. Some can become infected and require opening the incision to evacuate. In almost all instances, this is a minor problem that is easily correctable and won't affect your long term results.
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December 2, 2014
Answer: Hematoma Hematomas are initially too thick to aspirate with a needle. They will liquefy over time and can be aspirated later. Some can become infected and require opening the incision to evacuate. In almost all instances, this is a minor problem that is easily correctable and won't affect your long term results.
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December 2, 2014
Answer: Bloody aspirate The dark red color indicates that there was an accumulation of blood (hematoma) in the surgical space below the skin. The dark red color means that it is likely old blood that is now "organizing," or collecting in one area. Sometimes the blood is initially clotted and difficult to aspirate with a needle. A brighter red color would indicate possible ongoing bleeding. Your surgeon will monitor that area closely. Sometimes repeated aspiration is necessary. If properly manage, it should not cause you any long-term problems or affect your overall results.
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December 2, 2014
Answer: Bloody aspirate The dark red color indicates that there was an accumulation of blood (hematoma) in the surgical space below the skin. The dark red color means that it is likely old blood that is now "organizing," or collecting in one area. Sometimes the blood is initially clotted and difficult to aspirate with a needle. A brighter red color would indicate possible ongoing bleeding. Your surgeon will monitor that area closely. Sometimes repeated aspiration is necessary. If properly manage, it should not cause you any long-term problems or affect your overall results.
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