I have developed a seroma in my upper abdomen (12 wks PO) and am looking at options for treatment. My doctor is very far but has advised me of some options. Tight compression, aspiration and surgical removal. It is fairly new and soft so I am attempting compression first, of course. Is it likely it may reabsorb using this method or should I just seek help somewhere with aspiration?
Answer: Seroma Aspiration with compression is the best to do now. Just compression does not prevent more fluid collecting nor remove this fluid. It is best to drain the area so that thick scar walls do not form and make a more permanent seroma pocket. If you cannot find a plastic surgeon to take over your care and do this for you, you can have a radiologist drain this area.
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Answer: Seroma Aspiration with compression is the best to do now. Just compression does not prevent more fluid collecting nor remove this fluid. It is best to drain the area so that thick scar walls do not form and make a more permanent seroma pocket. If you cannot find a plastic surgeon to take over your care and do this for you, you can have a radiologist drain this area.
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June 1, 2022
Answer: Seroma treatment Seroma development after tummy tuck is very common. I agree with your doctor that compression, aspiration, and surgical removal are good options. In my experience, compression alone generally is not enough to resolve the seroma unless the body also absorbs it itself. My recommendation is to try to find someone who would be willing to aspirate this for you to remove it. It may take several times but that may avoid additional surgery
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June 1, 2022
Answer: Seroma treatment Seroma development after tummy tuck is very common. I agree with your doctor that compression, aspiration, and surgical removal are good options. In my experience, compression alone generally is not enough to resolve the seroma unless the body also absorbs it itself. My recommendation is to try to find someone who would be willing to aspirate this for you to remove it. It may take several times but that may avoid additional surgery
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