How Long Will Bleeding Last After Drain Removal After Tummy Tuck?

There should minimal to no bleeding after drain removal.  If there is bleeding after removal it usually stops before you leave the office that day.  If you are still having issues at that drain site advise your surgeon so that this can be addressed.

Dr. ES

Once the drains are removed, in general the holes close up in 2-3 days and therefore will stop draining by then.  If drainage continues beyond this they it may be that there is more fluid building up, i.e. seroma.

Bleeding is not normal after drain removal.

Hope that helps.

The length drainage depends on whether it is due to bleeding at the wound edge or internally as well as the possibility of a persistent seroma. Discuss this with your surgeon.