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Can a Seroma/hematoma Be Absorbed by the Body on Its Own...how Long Will It Take?

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After my 1 month post op (Breast augmentation) appointment some trauma to my breast after massage from PS. Now i have severe swelling...PS says he does not want to drain it and to wait for body to absorb..what are my changes ?

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