Hi I'm about 2 weeks post gynecomastia surgery and my doctor determined that I have a hematoma due to an impact I suffered by someone elbowing me at an amusement park. He says I need to wait 6-8 weeks to let my body break down the hardened blood that has accumulated under the nipple. The he will attempt to aspirate the broken down fluid. I've read that surgery is the only way to get the hematoma out. Is my surgeon right or should I have the hematoma surgically removed?
Answer: Caring for Hematoma Post Op It is best to call your surgeon and inform she or he of your concern. She or he may ask for you to visit their office for an in-person #evaluation. Then the #hematoma can be cared for. If at any time you have any concern at all about your healing process, it is highly suggested to contact your surgeon to avoid a possible emergency later.
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Answer: Caring for Hematoma Post Op It is best to call your surgeon and inform she or he of your concern. She or he may ask for you to visit their office for an in-person #evaluation. Then the #hematoma can be cared for. If at any time you have any concern at all about your healing process, it is highly suggested to contact your surgeon to avoid a possible emergency later.
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November 6, 2016
Answer: Should my hematoma be surgically removed or wait 6-8 weeks and be drained? If you have a true formation of a hematoma the clot will only harden and could not be aspirated. A seroma on the other hand could be aspirated at a later time.
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November 6, 2016
Answer: Should my hematoma be surgically removed or wait 6-8 weeks and be drained? If you have a true formation of a hematoma the clot will only harden and could not be aspirated. A seroma on the other hand could be aspirated at a later time.
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October 31, 2016
Answer: Haematoma advice It all depends on the amount of blood. A small amount of blood in the tissues after surgery is quite normal and it is this that causes a bruise. If the puddle of blood is too large it can potentially take a long time to be cleared by the body and leave scar tissue and irregularity in its place. It is sensible for you to go and see your surgeon so that it can be evaluated. If small it can be left alone but if large it may need a needle to drain it now or once it has turned from a jelly like state into a liquid. If very large it may need surgical drainage. Best wishes
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October 31, 2016
Answer: Haematoma advice It all depends on the amount of blood. A small amount of blood in the tissues after surgery is quite normal and it is this that causes a bruise. If the puddle of blood is too large it can potentially take a long time to be cleared by the body and leave scar tissue and irregularity in its place. It is sensible for you to go and see your surgeon so that it can be evaluated. If small it can be left alone but if large it may need a needle to drain it now or once it has turned from a jelly like state into a liquid. If very large it may need surgical drainage. Best wishes
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October 28, 2016
Answer: Hematoma after gyne surgery Every surgeon has their own protocol for how they treat post-operative issues. I aspirate a hematoma when it is detected to promote healing and limit swelling, bruising, infection, etc... Surgery is not typically necessary.
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October 28, 2016
Answer: Hematoma after gyne surgery Every surgeon has their own protocol for how they treat post-operative issues. I aspirate a hematoma when it is detected to promote healing and limit swelling, bruising, infection, etc... Surgery is not typically necessary.
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Answer: Hematoma after Gynecomastia Each case is different and consequently the plan varies from patient to patient. Some hematomas are allowed to resolve on their own while others require early intervention. Hematomas begin to liquefy around 10 days so I often aspirate the hematoma every 7 to 10 days as needed to rapidly optimize the situation until the residual volume is sufficient for the area to resolve on its own.
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Answer: Hematoma after Gynecomastia Each case is different and consequently the plan varies from patient to patient. Some hematomas are allowed to resolve on their own while others require early intervention. Hematomas begin to liquefy around 10 days so I often aspirate the hematoma every 7 to 10 days as needed to rapidly optimize the situation until the residual volume is sufficient for the area to resolve on its own.
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