Thank you for your inquiry! Drains that are typically placed after surgery are called JP (Jackson-Pratt) drains. They are placed to drain excess fluid. Once the drainage is minimal, it will be removed. We would love to meet with you to discuss your surgical or spa needs. Schedule a...
It sounds like your drains are doing their jobs. It seems like you probably have normal swelling at the incision site. If the skin becomes red or the drainage starts to look cloudy, you should contact your plastic surgeon for an evaluation.
First off, congratulations on your thigh lift, sasharo0o!
To be honest, there really isn’t anything you can do to hasten your healing process. You just need to follow your reputable and board-certified plastic surgeon’s instructions on wound care to keep it clean and free from infection.
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