Drain Still in and Draining Mostly Blood 14 Days After Tummy Tuck, Should I be Concerned?

December 18, 2011
Asked By:Achilds in Frankfort, KY

I had tummy tuck and breast lift/augment surgery 14 days ago. Recovery has gone great except my drain in abdomen is still putting out 75 cc a day or more and it's still very bloody looking. I can't say that i have seen a change in the red color since we started this journey. I understand this drainage color is related to the stage of recovery of the site. I am concerned that something may be wrong. I saw my surgeon 4 days ago and she did not seem overly concerned, but I am a little.

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