Is it normal to get blood from a lipo drain hole the day after a TT and lipo?

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Camille Cash, MD · Answer

It is normal to get a little bit of bloody discharge or clear discharge from a liposuction incision.  Keep the area clean.  You can use gauze pads to collect the fluid which will stop within a day or so.  If the drainage is continuous or bright red contact your surgeon for instruction.

Ronald Schuster, MD · Answer

Drainage can occur from any lipouction access incision. I prefer to close them, seal them and then cover them over with a clear occlusive bandage so there is very rarely any drainage. Other surgeons prefer to keep the open. Just be careful with your bed and bedding.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Some amount of drainage can be expected from a liposuction entry site ( if the entry site is not closed). Best to communicate your concerns/questions directly with your plastic surgeon who will be your best resource for accurate assessment, advice, and (probably) meaningful reassurance. Best wishes.

Michael Eisemann, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. Bleeding and serious damage is expected following liposuction and tummy tuck procedures. Some mild bleeding from your incisions can be expected only one day following your procedure, so a small amount of bleeding is no cause for concern.

If you have any additional questions about your procedure or continue to bleed several days after your surgery, be sure to contact your board-certified plastic surgeon right away. Hope this helps!
Michael Eisemann M.D.
Plastic Surgeon
Houston, Texas

Rachel Ford, MD · Answer

Hello!
Thank you for your question and congratulations on your recent surgery. It is common to get some drainage from liposuction access incisions after surgery. Often this is not straight blood, but usually a little blood mixed with the solution we put in prior to doing the liposuction. If you have alot of drainage; however, it's probably best to be evaluated by your surgeon. Best of luck!
Dr Ford

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