I had a tummy tuck with lipo 9 days ago. I'm still leaking out of one of my lipo holes. I put a bandage over it and it he fluid is a yellowish clear color. It doesnt feel irritated, smell or anything. I just don't know if it's normal for me to be leaking still. When should I expect this to stop?
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August 9, 2015
Answer: Drainage After Liposuction
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Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Absolutely, I tell my patients that no restrictions after this kind of surgery. Because you are still sore, you have to make sure your in charge, and not your partner.
What you describe bests fits breast tissue that enlarged during pregnancy and breast feeding. You may have some mastitis from breast feeding which should settle down. In some women, the excess tissue goes away. In other women, they keep the excess tissue. Just fatty tissue can be removed with...
I have had patients who have had sex the day of surgery, despite me recommending against it! If you are unable to orgasm, you should speak to your physician, this is likely not related to the surgery. Best, Dr. Emer.
