Five weeks ago today I got a Fleur de Lis surgery done. It removed almost 9lbs of excess skin. I had two drains in after surgery, one was removed after two weeks and then other three. However, since the second drain was removed two weeks ago, a lot of fluid has built up in my lower abdomen.Tomorrow, I will be going in to have excess fluid drained with a needle. This time, the area protrudes out more then before. My surgeon doesn't seemed too concerned but I am. Do I need another drain put in?
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I do not understand why people travel a distance to have this procedure done. So if you cannot get answers from your surgeon after sending photos to him/her, you will need to get a local surgeon who is willing to assume your post-op care, or to at least manage your concerns such as fat or ...
It is not as common as it used to be but patients can still get seromas after a tummy tuck surgery.
Obviously the body heals with swelling and inflammation and it will usually absorb the excess fluid but when it cannot or there is no drain to remove it, then you can get a seroma. These can...
Dear mojo2171,I understand your concern and it is quite normal to be concerned about the outcome following a TT surgery. However, you are still in the very early stages of the healing process.Your will need to be patient at this moment and follow what your surgeon has instructed you to do post...
