In need second opinion for wearing compression garment (Photo)

Thank you for your question about what to do with fluid build-up 25 days after a tummy tuck. First, I would treat one problem at a time. In my opinion, I still think there's fluid left over. Especially if you see a fluid wave, this will not go away. This needs intervention. If your surgeon cannot find it in the office, I would suggest you be sent to a radiologist to be found with an ultrasound and a drain placed. Once the drainage is minimal, then the drain can. Be removed. Now, while the drain is in and after the drain is removed. I would suggest you wear your compression garment. At this point, a compression garment will not hinder your healing or area of necrosis. Therefore, you must address your seroma first and continue wearing your compression garment to flatten the cavity the seroma has created. I hope this question helps you answer your question about what to do with fluid build-up 25 days after tummy tuck
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Make sure your compression is not too tight or the healing will be hindered. You can always wear compression above the area as well.

I am sorry that you are suffering from this unfortunate however common complication with seromas after abdominoplasty. I agree with her surgeon that a snug fitting compression garment, As long as it is not too tight to breathe, can help you in this case. It can help prevent additional swelling from forming in the tissue as well as can help keep the pocket where the fluid is accumulating closed.