How long is too long to keep a Tummy Tuck drain in after surgery? 4 weeks post op.

November 7, 2017
Asked By:jdub1005 in Milwaukee, WI

My lower an drain has been in 4 weeks now and the fluid coming out is cloudy and chunky. It is still putting out 50 a day. I am also on i.v. anti biotics for group c strep and Staph.

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November 7, 2017

Answer: How long is too long to keep a Tummy Tuck drain in after surgery? 4 weeks post op.

November 7, 2017

Answer: How long is too long to keep a Tummy Tuck drain in after surgery? 4 weeks post op.

November 7, 2017

Answer: Drains

November 7, 2017

Answer: Drains

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