Is swelling normal after drain removal?

It typically takes several days for the abdomen to increase in size if fluid is building up under your skin. And typically most TT patients are quite bloated after surgery, particularly with muscle repair. That can last up to a year. Watch your diet - reduce salt and fat - and walk. Physical activity helps work the gas out. And definitely contact your plastic surgeon - you may want to visit if you have concerns.

Based on your descriptions, you possibly have a seroma build up. It would be best to schedule an appointment with your surgeon for an in-person examination.

Without seeing you it is hard to say. If you feel a fluid shift like a water bed type of effect, then you may need to have fluid drained. More than likely it is just swelling.