Why am I still draining 3 months after mastectomy? I still have drain but feel some in leaking into my body. Is this normal?

November 22, 2015
Asked By:peggy ross in Prestonsburg, KY

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January 4, 2016

Answer: Drain at 3 months.

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January 4, 2016

Answer: Drain at 3 months.

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September 7, 2017

Answer: Seroma after mastectomy

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Answer: Seroma after mastectomy

October 4, 2016

Answer: Draining after mastectomy

October 4, 2016

Answer: Draining after mastectomy

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November 24, 2015

Answer: Drain after 3 months?

November 24, 2015

Answer: Drain after 3 months?

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