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Is it Normal to have to Drain Fluid from Above Belly Button 2.5 Weeks Post-Op Tummy Tuck and Lipo?

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dominircankim21
I had a tummy tuck and lipo done 17 days ago i went to my 2 week check up and i told my ps that i had alot of pain and pressure above my belly button he went in with a needle and took out fluid he told me that is normal and he may have to do the same next week i read on here most people get fluid built up below the belly button or under the scar is it really normal that my build up is above my belly button and what can i do to help minimize this

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