Can I drain my seroma myself?

I cannot recommend any patient to drain their own seroma!There is a real possibility of infection or even perforation of your internal organs if you do this yourself.Please see you plastic surgeon even if he is a long drive away. If not drained, the seroma could eventually start to drain itself through the wound...... this could open up your wound and cause an infection. Draining a seroma is a simple procedure when done in the appropriate setting with a surgeon or an experienced medical professional, and should be done as soon as possible in order to avoid serious complications like wound dehiscence and infection.Best of luck,Dr. Miguel Mota

No you should not drain a seroma yourself you will increase many associated risks. Please see your surgeon. Regards, 

You may have your surgeon place a drain or catheter to keep the seroma draining while you are at home.  Doing it yourself may lead to complications including infection or bleeding that will complicate the situation. 

Thank you for your question.  I can understand the inconvenience of the drive to see your surgeon, but for your own safety, and possibility of introducing an infection, it would be best to have your doctor treat your seroma.  

Hello and thank you for your question. I do not recommend this at all.  You could perforate your bowels or even worse.  You should definitely return to your surgeon.  I am certain he/she would agree.Best wishes and good luck.Richard G. Reish, M.D.Harvard-trained plastic surgeon