Does Skin Tighten Up Again After Seroma?

September 2, 2010
Asked By:Michellec in AZ

I developed a seroma 3 weeks after having a full tummy tuck and muscle repair. A drain was inserted through my belly button and up into the pocket for one week (collecting a total of 60cc's) Two days after the removal of the drain, the seroma returned. Since then it was aspirated four times (only draining 10cc's or less each time), and now I have a Penrose drain in place. The skin is now very loose and I am worried it might stay this way. How long should it take to tighten up again?

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September 2, 2010

Answer: Skin tightening after a seroma

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