I had a tummy tuck & circumferential liposuction July 7th. Minimal swelling, drains removed after 9 days, developed seroma on 11th day. I also had swelling which was fluid like to my lower back which at first the PS said he was normal. I've been drained 3 times from the mons pubis area. First 60cc, 5 days later 55cc, 5 days later 25cc. Fluid still on back, PS indicated a seroma there as well. PS said to try laying on stomach to bring the fluid to the front as he doesn't want to drain from back.
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Since you are putting out so much fluid, it would be helpful to consider tetracycline sclerosant. But also you may need imaging to see if you are getting a thick-walled bursa. If drainage persists despite sclerosants, usually you would have to elevate the flap, remove the bursa and start over,...
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are no realistic comparable alternatives to a tummy tuck in a patient with significant laxity which you do not appear to have. A modified or mini tummy tuck with liposuction of selective areas will produce a more permanent and better result than any non-surgical tightening...
