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Should I still be leaking 9 days after Lipo?

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TTgirlxAug 7, 2015

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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Dr. Jason Emer, MD
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