Waterbed Effect Still Present After Doc Tried to Aspirate Abdomen and Came out Dry. Should I Worry?

February 17, 2012
Asked By:valley girl in central IL

I am almost four weeks post op now from tummy tuck.i had to see my PS partner beings my doc was out of town for the week. the doctor aspirated one spot on my left side and came out with very very very little fluid. he did not attempt to aspirate any other area but i still have the waterbed effect on my lower abdomen. he said to keep my regular appointment and just wait to see what my PS says about it. should i be worried? how do i know if it is hematoma, seroma or pseudo-bursa.

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February 20, 2012

Answer: A seroma after a tummy tuck

February 20, 2012

Answer: A seroma after a tummy tuck

February 20, 2012

Answer: A waterbed under my skin?

February 20, 2012

Answer: A waterbed under my skin?

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