How to drain fluid if my incisions from lipo are closed? Should I reopen them?

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William L. Reno, III, MD · Answer

It is common to have swelling after liposuction.  Think of the swelling like a sponge that soaks up water.  The swelling is in the tissues and not likely a collection that can be drained.  Opening the incisions will not do you any good and could in fact do harm.  Give it time and the swelling will get better.  If you have any specific concerns please see your plastic surgeon.

Thomas A. Pane, MD · Answer

Usually, fluid only drains out of the incision for a day and then it seals.  The rest of the fluid will be absorbed in nearly all cases.  If you are doing post-liposuction massage, that will help.  It is rare to have to drain fluid from liposuctioned areas.  Keep your surgical follow up appointments and let your surgeon examine and advise you further, but there is likely little to worry about.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

I do not recommend opening any incisions follow up with your PS to discuss your concerns and he or she can advise you what to do.

Robert M. Tornambe, MD · Answer

TeamLibra.   I appreciate your concern, but any remaining fluid injected during your liposuction procedure will be absorbed safely by your body. No need to do anything at all!. Follow up with your board-certified plastic surgeon. Good luck.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

No, do not open your incisions. The body will gradually reabsorb the fluid. I recommend following up with your Doctor about after care recommendations. I recommend adding hyperbaric oxygen and lymphatic massage along with your compression to help decrease swelling. To improve your final results, I also recommend adding vanquish for further fat removal, exilis/venus legacy for skin tightening, cellutone/z wave to make the skin smooth, remove scar tissue, and improve the skin’s appearance. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

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