I am 4 days post-op from TT and flank lipo. Is it ok to lightly massage the lipo/flank area? My entire abdomen itches but more so in the flank area. It is making me crazy! Is there anything I can do? Benadryl, lotion? If a patient had 2 drains, one putting out a lot and the other putting out very little and the putting out a lot was accidently pulled out, would it be more typical to put it back in or go without? If left out would that increase the chance of swelling or a possible blood clot? Thank you!
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It is very difficult to tell from the photo if this type of drainage is normal. Most drainage after a drain is removed is thin yellowish or slightly blood colored. I am concerned that you may have an early infection and would suggest that you see a plastic surgeon locally to be completely sure....
Its pretty common to have a small amount of drainage after a large procedure like a fleur de lis tummy tuck especially where the 2 sides meet the lower incision. This can be treated with some local wound care and clean dry dressings. I would make sure your plastic surgeon has seen it and...
Thanks for this great question. Historically, in performing a tummy tuck we would lift up the skin, remove the excess and then just lay it back down, using a binder to help the skin stick down and promote healing. Some have found that instead of just laying the skin down, sewing it back down...