How long does it take a seroma to heal.

Thank you for your question.  Healing of a seroma depends greatly on the size of the seroma.  My advice is to follow the specific instructions given to you by your plastic surgeon for recovery.  Best of luck.

Dear Surgery82,healing time depends on a number of factors. Small seroma can be reabsorbed by body within a few weeks while larger seromas might require a number of aspirations or even surgery in order to address it. If you have any concerns, I suggest you to discuss them with your plastic surgeon. Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Hello Surgery82,
I appreciate your questions! Seromas are a collection of fluids around the implant. These complications can cause swelling, pain and bruising after breast augmentation surgery. Most seromas heal naturally since they are usually reabsorbed into the body within a month. In more severe cases, it can take up to a year for them to be reabsorbed, or they can form a capsule and remain until they are removed surgically. Depending on the severity, a seroma may have to be drained more than once. Heat can be applied to the area to help the seromas heal more quickly. A heating pad or hot compress can be applied for about 15 minutes every few hours. Doing so would help with fluid drainage while providing additional comfort to the incision area. However, if the area is sore, warm, red, or swollen, I’d recommend you consulting with your plastic surgeon promptly. Seromas can increase the chances of a surgical site infection, so it is important to monitor them carefully. Wishing you a speedy recovery! Dr. De La Cruz.