What is the drain called that is inserted in your thigh after a medial thigh lift?

Thank you for your question regarding swelling 12 days after a thighplasty. Based on what you described, it’s not uncommon to experience temporary increased swelling, especially if you've been sitting for a prolonged period with your legs elevated in an unusual position. At just under two w...

Thank you for your question regarding how to help an open incision at the top of your thigh heal more quickly two weeks after a thigh lift. I'm glad to hear you're under the care of a supportive and attentive surgeon. Open incisions at this stage are not unusual, especially in high-tension areas...

Thank you for your question about how to stop painful thigh chafing. I’m so sorry to hear how much this has affected your day-to-day life. Thigh chafing is a very real and frustrating problem, and you're not alone in dealing with it. Many people—regardless of size—experience inner thigh rubbi...

Hello, and thank you for your question regarding the possibility of a thigh lift wound infection, whether your thigh needs surgical debridement, or if your thigh lift wounds will heal on their own. First, I’m so sorry you're experiencing complications. Even in the hands of experienced plastic s...

Hello,Why are there staples in the wound? Why is there fibrinous exudate? It looks like you're either on your own or your surgeon doesn't care to help you with optimizing your wound healing. Get into his office ASAP and get your wound cleaned and cared for. Best of luck!

Thanks for your question and photos. Swelling following any type of surgery is common but after things like a thigh or arm lift can be significant.  You certainly fall into this category.  The thing we worry about the most when seeing such unequal swelling is a blood clot in the deep...