3 weeks post op Tummy Tuck, draining yellow discharge from belly button. Could this be an infection? (photos)

January 1, 2015
Asked By:Gongoradoll2be in Orange County, CA

I had a tt and lipo 3 weeks ago. Drains we're removed on the 18th day. I started to notice a drainage since Tuesday morning day 19. Drain is minimal drops, yellowish, fishy smell. Could this be an infection.

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January 3, 2015

Answer: Infection

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January 3, 2015

Answer: Infection

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September 14, 2015

Answer: 3 weeks post op Tummy Tuck, draining yellow discharge from belly button. Could this be an infection?

September 14, 2015

Answer: 3 weeks post op Tummy Tuck, draining yellow discharge from belly button. Could this be an infection?

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