My Abdominoplasty was 14 days ago. 7 days after surgery my Dr removed my drains. 2 days later bleeding started from the drain sight. My Dr extracted more blood with a syringe (another 30mls) He then pushed my belly to get the remaining blood out. The bleeding stopped for 2 days then started again! I'm back at work tomorrow and worried about bleeding through my clothes. The blood is dark, I am not in pain and my stomach is soft. When will the bleeding stop?
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It is common practice for plastic surgeons to bury absorbable sutures when they perform an abdominoplasty. These are intended to provide support to the wound while it’s in its most vulnerable stage of healing. If left alone, they should dissolve on their own within 2 to 3 months.
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Though a thorough examination would be needed, it appears from your photos that a full tummy tuck would be the procedure of choice for you. The diastasis and hernias are common issues that can be addressed concurrently with the latter often repaired by a general surgeon.
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It is hard to make a final determination without seeing your pre-op pictures, but it does appear your belly button is off-center. The plication, if performed unequally, could pull the umbilicus to one side. Not being there for the procedure makes this impossible to give you more information. A...