I️ had a Fleur de Lis TT 2 weeks ago. Drains were removed one week after why is Pain WORSE?

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Drains on left side and right side were removed a week ago. These last few days I’ve had excruciating pain from drain site. When the drain was removed on the right it hurt so bad I️ was screaming, however this same side gave out Little to no output compared to the left. Right now it feels like someone poured a gallon of alcohol on an open burn. The site is clean, closed and looks normal. I️ feel a small bump underneath the skin but the pain is unbearable!!!! Any idea what this is? Normal?

Ron Soltero, MD, FACS · Answer

Dear Patient: thanks for your question and I'm so sorry you're experiencing such bad pain levels.  I would contact my Board Certified Plastic Surgeon right away to rule any cause of infection in the drain site.  Hope this helps!

Farbod Esmailian, MD · Answer

What you are describing sounds like nerve pain, but it is somewhat unusual to have this much discomfort after drain removal.  Most patients feel better once the drain is removed and start to increase their activity.  With this activity increase, some fluid can build up which is called a seroma.However it does not really sound like that is what is going on.  I would recommend you follow up with your plastic surgeon to assess the situation with a proper physical exam.Hope that helps.

Jerome Edelstein, MD · Answer

Hello,I'm sorry to hear about the pain you are experiencing. Unfortunately this can be related to nerve damage and if so, will simply require time to resolve. You will need to be examined in person to rule out other problems and make sure that you are healing well. I recommend that you follow up closely with your plastic surgeon.All the best

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and I am sorry to hear of your worsening pain.  Unfortunately this is not the norm and for this change in your recovery I strongly suggest you return to your surgeon for an in-person evaluation  Only with examining the tissues can an appropriate cause be identified and treatment rendered.  Best wishes.

Robert M. Tornambe, MD · Answer

I️ appreciate your concern, but it is still quite early in your recovery journey.  The drain sites can stay sore for days after drain removal.  Try too stay patient and followup with your plastic surgeon. Good luck!

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