Tummy tuck drain, small holes

Hello,It sounds like that drain is on it's way out and no longer effective. You need to be seen in person. At one week, depending on your level of output, it may be fine to just completely remove it. Contact your Plastic Surgeon.All the best

I don't recommend putting drains back in, but your should definitely call your plastic surgeon soon to get the best solution.

If your drain cannot remain compressed and continually fills with air then it is no longer providing suction and not providing any real benefit. Visit with your surgeon for an evaluation.

A drain that is placed after tummy tuck is supposed to suck out any fluid that might accumulate inside. When the drain bulb will not stay compressed there is an air leak. If you can see the holes in the drain then it has pulled out partially. It is best to call your surgeon about this. They will decide whether to remove the drain completely or try to push it back in after cleaning with a special antibiotic solution. It will depend on how long the drain has been in and how much fluid is coming out. This is definitely a question for the surgeon who did your operation.

Sounds like your drain is not functioning and there is no air seal since has basically worked its way out. I would not suggest "shoving it back in" as that can cause infection. Call your plastic surgeon and set up an appointment.

Sorry to hear that the drain isn't working.If the bulb fills with air then the closed suction system certainly has a leak.  The visibility of holes means that it has dislodged.  Due to the presence of some bacteria at the skin hole it is best not to "shove it back in".  It is best to contact your surgeons office for futher recommendations.  In the meantime keep the area clean and change the bandages as often as needed as fluid will continue to passively drain out.

This is a question for your surgeon. Please contact his or her office to let them know what is going on. Best wishes, Dean Vistnes.