I'm 2 mo. post op full tummy tuck w/ lipo. At week 3, I had a seroma w/ water bed. Since, I've been having weekly aspirations. Fluid is maybe 25 cc last 2 times. My dr says my body will absorb on its own. So why is that not happening? It comes back and does not go away on its own. Compression worn 23/7. How long do you keep draining a seroma after surgery before its deemed a larger issue? Is this such a small amount, it isn't a big deal?
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It sounds like you are making progress with a decrease in the volume that is removed. These seromas will usually resolve after several weeks and several aspirations. They are fairly common and should not affect the final result.
There is not an absolute weight requirement to be eligible for a tummy tuck, but better results are obtained when patients are near their ideal body weight. We, however, perform procedures frequently on patients who are a bit overweight, but not obese. I hope this helps. You should have a ...
