I called the office and they stated it was fine but the fact that the amount of discharge is increasing and not decreasing is concerning me. I do have implants from a previous augmentation and lift but it was just a lift this time around. I've attached a photo of the gauze that gives an indication of the type of fluid that is coming out. Does this look like serous fluid or an infection?
September 15, 2017
Answer: Fluid I recommend an in-office examination as well as a detailed discussion with a surgeon who you are comfortable with. Finally, make sure your surgeon is a Double-Board Certified Plastic Surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery (ASPS), a member of the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS).Best,Dr. DesaiBeverly Hills Institute for Aesthetic Plastic SurgeryHarvard Educated, Beverly Hills & Miami Beach TrainedDouble Board-Certified Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
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September 15, 2017
Answer: Fluid I recommend an in-office examination as well as a detailed discussion with a surgeon who you are comfortable with. Finally, make sure your surgeon is a Double-Board Certified Plastic Surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery (ASPS), a member of the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS).Best,Dr. DesaiBeverly Hills Institute for Aesthetic Plastic SurgeryHarvard Educated, Beverly Hills & Miami Beach TrainedDouble Board-Certified Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
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September 15, 2017
Answer: Serous fluid versus infected fluid If the drainage is clear yellow, that is consistent with serous fluid. If the drainage is cloudy greenish fluid, then it is more consistent with an infection, especially if it has an odor. Either way, you should see your surgeon right away for diagnosis and possible treatment. The amount of drainage should not be increasing, so your surgeon should evaluate and see if there is need to drain a seroma or drain an infection.
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September 15, 2017
Answer: Serous fluid versus infected fluid If the drainage is clear yellow, that is consistent with serous fluid. If the drainage is cloudy greenish fluid, then it is more consistent with an infection, especially if it has an odor. Either way, you should see your surgeon right away for diagnosis and possible treatment. The amount of drainage should not be increasing, so your surgeon should evaluate and see if there is need to drain a seroma or drain an infection.
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