Could this be an infection after lipo?

First, drains are not used in liposuction, but they are in tummy tuck.  This is the first problem with both procedures down at the same time.   Second, you cannot reject a drain.  Third, fevers are not normal.  Fourth, what were the credentials of the person that performed this procedure?

This
is a question that merits your mother going back to her surgeon for careful
evaluation. There's no second guessing online.

Liposuction is generally very safe although there have been rare cases of infection.  Drains are made of silicone and are not typically a cause of an allergic reaction.  It is best to start or continue a prophylactic antibiotic for the most typical bacteria that may cause a soft tissue infection like staph or strep.  

Thank you for your question.  You did not submit a photo to review.  An examination would be needed to fully evaluate.  Continue close follow up with your surgeon.  Best Wishes

Hello, there.  Well, you didn't indicate just how recent your mother's surgery was but if she still has drains in place then one could assume it's been within a two-week period or so.  Yes, indeed, elevated temperatures can occur after surgery without necessarily indicating an infection at the surgical site.  Your mother should be quite attentive to breathing deeply, coughing, and moving air in and out of her lungs.  The lungs can be a source of elevated temperature.  Redness at the place where the drain comes out is certainly not uncommon.  I'm sure your surgeon has instructed you in proper cleaning and protection of that area until the drains are removed.  Your surgeon seems to be very attentive to your mother's post-operative status.  Make certain you two keep in close contact.  

I would suggest taking your mother back to her surgeon today to be checked. Typically the body does not reject a drain, but she may have an infection. Fever, off an on after surgery, is not normal.

Something does not sound correct! Best to see your chosen surgeon TODAY! Without in person second opinion examination can not really advise. 

Thank you for the question. I am afraid that without an in-person evaluation an accurate recommendation cannot be made. I would recommend to continue in follow up with your plastic surgeon. If uncertain about their treatment course then seek a second opinion. I hope this helps. Best of luck.

   First and foremost your mother should be in close communication with her plastic surgeon.If he or she is a board-certified plastic surgeon then they should be well trained and able to handle any infections is present. Drains are not excepted or ejected by the body.The opening in the skin or the drain is often gets red and inflamed as time goes on.That is rarely enough to cause a fever.Many patients develop fevers after an abdominoplasty because of not taking deep breath. This is because of a condition called atelectasis. The treatment is to take deep breath's on a regular basis.Fevers can you be a sign of a serious infection. Infections are caused by an overgrowth of micro organisms typically bacteria and are usually treated with antibiotics. Some infections require surgical intervention. Infections can become serious and even life-threatening.The most important thing is to maintain in close communication with her plastic surgeon. Best,Mats Hagstrom M.D. 

Hello, if your mother is having fever after surgery she should be followed closely by her surgeon. Fever generally is a sign of infection.Best of luck, Dr Kemil Issa