JP drain out put went from low 20 cc to fast. Why going on?

I appreciate your question.Please contact your doctor The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery.best of luck!Dr Schwartz

HI Skisteve, I would give your doctor a call to see if you might be developing a collection of blood (hematoma) anywhere beneath your incisions. You will feel better about your post-op course and I 'm sure that your doctor will want to know what is going on.Best,Dr. Christine Rodgers.

Thank you for your question.  With this acute of a change in your drain output, I would recommend calling your surgeon's  office for an in-person evaluation.  It is best to catch issues before they become problems, and your surgeon knows the details of your procedure to help determine the cause of this increased drain output.   

Hi, Skisteve007.  Variation on drain output can happen depending on your activity level.  If your drainage output amount changes suddenly and has bright red color, you should contact your surgeon to make sure that you do not have active bleeding or hematoma.  Best wishes.

Thank you for your question.  Anytime the drain outputs suddenly increase and turn bright or dark red, we worry about something starting to bleed.  Please remember that not all hematomas  occur immediately, many can occur days to weeks out.   Please contact your plastic surgeon immediately or get to your closest Emergency Room.  ThanksDr. Gill

Given the change in drain output,  now would be the right time to contact your plastic surgeon.  Only in-person evaluation will provide you with accurate assessment, advice, treatment, and/or meaningful reassurance. Best wishes.