Drain Holes after Liposuction Not Closing?

December 8, 2016
Asked By:nyguy1 in New York Mills, NY

Hello, I had liposuction of abdomen, flanks and abdomial ethcing combined with skin excision on 21st of November. I had abdomial drains for 2 weeks and on 4th of December, the drains were removed. 8th of December and they are still not closed and draining 1- Is this normal and how long should I wait for these holes to be closed?When should I be worried? 2 - I am afraid of getting infected because these holes are not closed. What should I do in order to avoid infection? Anti-bacterial gauze pads?

Answers (2)

From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
MOST RECENT
December 10, 2016

Answer: Drain holes not closing

1 person found this helpful
John Paul Tutela, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
MOST RECENT
December 10, 2016

Answer: Drain holes not closing

1 person found this helpful
John Paul Tutela, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
December 10, 2016

Answer: Drain holes

1 person found this helpful
December 10, 2016

Answer: Drain holes

1 person found this helpful

Recommended reading

Liposuction

Everything you need to know about Liposuction

  • 88% worth it
  • 6.6k reviews
  • Avg cost: $8,658
Learn More
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT

Recommended reading

Liposuction

Everything you need to know about Liposuction

  • 88% worth it
  • 6.6k reviews
  • Avg cost: $8,658
Learn More
ADVERTISEMENT