Drainage from T after fleur de lis, does this look normal? (Photos)

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I'm 19 days post op, should my bandages still looks like this at the T section.

Brian E. Rosett, MD · Answer

Its pretty common to have a small amount of drainage after a large procedure like a fleur de lis tummy tuck especially where the 2 sides meet the lower incision.  This can be treated with some local wound care and clean dry dressings. I would make sure your plastic surgeon has seen it and he can help guide you the best way to make sure you heal as fast as possible.

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and photographs and congratulations on your FDL TT.  This drainage does appear normal for the extent of surgery that was performed and I would continue to keep a clean gauze dressing over any area with persistent leakage.  This should fully heal in a few weeks but maintain close follow up with your surgeon to ensure an uncomplicated recovery.

Rob Winterton, MPhil, FRCS(Plast) · Answer

It isn't unusual to get some discharge from long wounds such as these, and it is most likely at the "T" . So long as it is decreasing gradually, and isn't associated with feeling unwell or redness around the site, it is usually safely managed with simple dressings and your surgical team keeping an eye on things. Good luck!

Robert M. Tornambe, MD · Answer

pamiam824.   It is not uncommon to experience drainage for several weeks after this type of surgery, but always better to check in with your surgeon.  Good luck!

Christopher Saunders, MD · Answer

I looked at your pictures. It's not totally normal, but most likely will be ok.
Incisions should seal in the first 2-4 days and have drainage stop. But, it's not uncommon for drainage to persist longer.
Keep an eye out for increasing pain, redness, fevers, or wound separation.
You also might benefit from another round of antibiotics.
See your doctor today.
Don't worry. I suspect everything will heal well!
Dr Chris Saunders

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