I went to.my first post op appointment today. He took all the bandages off and just put my wrap back on. My drain holes or where they are inserted is not covered anymore. Should i cover them up to prevent infection?
Answer: Should the drain hole be covered? Thank you for your question. As far as the drain hole, these normally close fairy quickly after the drains are replaced, and I recommend patients keep a gauze over the holes to collect any fluid drainage that may occur until they have sealed over. This is mainly to prevent soiling of your clothes and binder. Voice your concerns with your surgeon who should be able to provide reassurance or wound care instructions
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Answer: Should the drain hole be covered? Thank you for your question. As far as the drain hole, these normally close fairy quickly after the drains are replaced, and I recommend patients keep a gauze over the holes to collect any fluid drainage that may occur until they have sealed over. This is mainly to prevent soiling of your clothes and binder. Voice your concerns with your surgeon who should be able to provide reassurance or wound care instructions
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June 14, 2016
Answer: Dressing a drain opening is primarily for hygiene. There is no risk for infection without a dressing on the drain side. However since the sites can leak it is place to prevent swelling of the patient's clothes.
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June 14, 2016
Answer: Dressing a drain opening is primarily for hygiene. There is no risk for infection without a dressing on the drain side. However since the sites can leak it is place to prevent swelling of the patient's clothes.
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June 14, 2016
Answer: Covering drain sites I will typically have the patient place gauze over the drain sites after removal to help absorb any drainage. The sites should heal within a couple of days.
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June 14, 2016
Answer: Covering drain sites I will typically have the patient place gauze over the drain sites after removal to help absorb any drainage. The sites should heal within a couple of days.
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Answer: Should the drain holes be covered? It is not necessary to keep them covered. As long as there is little to no drainage and the area is kept clean, they can remain uncovered and heal appropriately. The healing of the incisions begins from the bottom and works its way up to the surface, forming a scab. This process only takes but a week or two.Thank you for your question.Melinda Lacerna, MD FACS
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Answer: Should the drain holes be covered? It is not necessary to keep them covered. As long as there is little to no drainage and the area is kept clean, they can remain uncovered and heal appropriately. The healing of the incisions begins from the bottom and works its way up to the surface, forming a scab. This process only takes but a week or two.Thank you for your question.Melinda Lacerna, MD FACS
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June 14, 2016
Answer: Should the drain hole be covered? I recommend covering the drain sites with sterile gauze until they close which is usually in 5- 7 days. It prevents leakage of fluid and is, therefore, less messy.
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June 14, 2016
Answer: Should the drain hole be covered? I recommend covering the drain sites with sterile gauze until they close which is usually in 5- 7 days. It prevents leakage of fluid and is, therefore, less messy.
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