I had lipo on my outer thighs done 16 days ago and I have a noticeable pocket of fluid that is tender to the touch and warm. I am seeing that seromas need to be drained before infection sets in; do you think that is what I might have. My legs look great otherwise, besides black and blue, but this pocket is extremely noticeable. thanks
July 4, 2010
Answer: Seroma after Liposuction
Can happen but with good compression garments and limiting the activity, they usually do not occur. However, if and when they do occur they should be aspirated to allow healing and to allow the skin to adapt and adhere down.
You should be examined by your surgeon.
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July 4, 2010
Answer: Seroma after Liposuction
Can happen but with good compression garments and limiting the activity, they usually do not occur. However, if and when they do occur they should be aspirated to allow healing and to allow the skin to adapt and adhere down.
You should be examined by your surgeon.
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July 6, 2010
Answer: Managing Fluid Collections after Liposuction
Fluid collection are not common after liposuction and when they do occur they do not manifest heat, redness and tenderness. Fluid collections should be aspirated (drawn with a needle) to promote adherence of the tissue walls. In your case, your surgeon should probably aspirate the fluid collection and send the fluid for bacteriologic examination and culture. IF this is an infection, it can be readily treated. See your surgeon.
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July 6, 2010
Answer: Managing Fluid Collections after Liposuction
Fluid collection are not common after liposuction and when they do occur they do not manifest heat, redness and tenderness. Fluid collections should be aspirated (drawn with a needle) to promote adherence of the tissue walls. In your case, your surgeon should probably aspirate the fluid collection and send the fluid for bacteriologic examination and culture. IF this is an infection, it can be readily treated. See your surgeon.
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