Had tummy tuck..both drains fell out 5 days after surgery..i have had lots of fluid build up in my lower belly and pubic area..surgeon was draining me every couple weeks..I find my tummy so hard and very swollen..Had ultra sound done and again I sti have seroma...I also had a gastric bypass done 3 years ago..could that be why I'm not absorbing this fluid..it's so very hard and uncomfortable..
February 7, 2018
Answer: Seroma Thank you for the question. It is difficult to answer your question without examining you. Sometimes seromas can occur and if you have undergone multiple aspirations you may need an interventional radiologist to place a drain. Also to culture the fluid to make sure no infection is present. It is best to discuss with your board certified plastic surgeon. Good luck.
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February 7, 2018
Answer: Seroma Thank you for the question. It is difficult to answer your question without examining you. Sometimes seromas can occur and if you have undergone multiple aspirations you may need an interventional radiologist to place a drain. Also to culture the fluid to make sure no infection is present. It is best to discuss with your board certified plastic surgeon. Good luck.
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February 7, 2018
Answer: Seroma Dear sandymaz,it is hard to tell for sure without an examination but generally speaking, larger seroma sometimes should be evacuated surgically in order to achieve the best results. I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.Daniel Barrett, MD
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February 7, 2018
Answer: Seroma Dear sandymaz,it is hard to tell for sure without an examination but generally speaking, larger seroma sometimes should be evacuated surgically in order to achieve the best results. I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.Daniel Barrett, MD
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