The liquid coming out of my drain became dark red with a foul smell. My doctor keep telling me it's just" old blood'' but I'm still concerned because it didn't smell like this before. The amount has decreased from 40 ml a day to 25ml a day. Thank you.
April 7, 2017
Answer: Drain liquid dark red and foul smell: I had a TT with lipo 9 days ago. Thank you for sharing your question. As drains remain for a longer period of time they can develop a malodor that can be distinguished from an infection. Without photographs or an in-person examination to confirm, I would recommend following your doctor's advice and maintain close contact to ensure no other issues are taking place.
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April 7, 2017
Answer: Drain liquid dark red and foul smell: I had a TT with lipo 9 days ago. Thank you for sharing your question. As drains remain for a longer period of time they can develop a malodor that can be distinguished from an infection. Without photographs or an in-person examination to confirm, I would recommend following your doctor's advice and maintain close contact to ensure no other issues are taking place.
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April 9, 2017
Answer: Drain issues. I am sorry about this, I am sure it is unsettling. I usually pull a patients drains if they are putting out less that 30ml within a 24 hour period. Be sure you are stripping your drains well and emptying them frequently. Sometimes if there is a backup or the blood is sitting in the bulb for awhile, in can present an odor. Your drains may be ready to come out, but I would ask your plastic surgeon for specific instructions. Take care of yourself and thank you for your great question.
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April 9, 2017
Answer: Drain issues. I am sorry about this, I am sure it is unsettling. I usually pull a patients drains if they are putting out less that 30ml within a 24 hour period. Be sure you are stripping your drains well and emptying them frequently. Sometimes if there is a backup or the blood is sitting in the bulb for awhile, in can present an odor. Your drains may be ready to come out, but I would ask your plastic surgeon for specific instructions. Take care of yourself and thank you for your great question.
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