Does it hurt to have tummy tuck drainage tubes removed?

Usually it is not uncomfortable, and doesn't approach patient expectation. There are different sorts of drains, and they do vary in  how easily they can be removed. It is obviously too late to consider which sort of drain to use for you!

Thanks, best wishes. 

Dear Beth,

No question about it, removal of a drainage tube can be uncomfortable.

You may feel a brief moment of moderate pain/discomfort, but it is just that, brief.

Many people are fearful of this, and most have only mild to moderate discomfort during the removal process. 

Take a few deep breaths and remember that it really is only a momentary, but necessary step in your recovery process.