Tummy tuck drain leaking blood, is this normal? (Photo)

May 12, 2017
Asked By:Ana2020 in San Antonio, TX

I have my tummy tuck yesterday and the drain hole seems to be on my lower back. I went to sleep and when I woke up I notice there's blood leaking outside the drain. Is this normal? The picture shows the blood on my pajamas and bed.

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May 14, 2017

Answer: Blood around drain

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May 14, 2017

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May 13, 2017

Answer: Drainage can occur around drain sites

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May 13, 2017

Answer: Drainage can occur around drain sites

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May 13, 2017

Answer: Tummy tuck drain leaking blood, is this normal?

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May 13, 2017

Answer: Bleeding around the drain tube hole

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May 15, 2017

Answer: Drainage

May 15, 2017

Answer: Drainage

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