How long before seroma is considered healed? I'm 3 weeks post op mini tummy tuck.

September 14, 2017
Asked By:momof21987 in Miami, FL

Hello! I am 3 week PO from a mini tummy tuck. I have had a seroma since my drain was removed at 10 days PO. The first time I had the seroma drained it came back right away, bigger than ever. I had it drained for the second time 3 days ago and no fluid has returned. I'm also regaining feeling in the area that the seroma used to be. Am I in the clear with this or could it still come back? Thank you!

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December 15, 2017

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September 20, 2017

Answer: Fluid Bad

September 20, 2017

Answer: Fluid Bad

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