Is it normal to have a tissue/blood clot in drain after tummy tuck? (Photo)

June 10, 2015
Asked By:vanessac831 in Salinas, CA

I had surgery about 2 weeks ago In another country. I'm back home now and have noticed I have this type of clot in my tube that won't come out and drain. I clean out my drain frequently to try to flush it but nothing works. Is this something I should worry about? Will it come out on its own? Is there something I can do to take it out?

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June 11, 2015

Answer: Is it normal to have a tissue/blood clot in drain after tummy tuck?

June 11, 2015

Answer: Is it normal to have a tissue/blood clot in drain after tummy tuck?

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