Drainage, light massage and terrible itching -- could this be a blood clot?

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...