Used maxi pads to collect old blood filled 9 pads.
Tummy tuck drain tubes leaking.
And may expand as a result of the involved blood vessels continuing to leak.
There is no pain associated with this it s old blood according to the doctors.
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Seroma is the most common complication following a tummy tuck but most doctors do not consider it a serious condition.
One of these is the tummy tuck drain a small tube with a bulb attached that allows you to remove excess fluid to prevent seroma infection and other complications.
In many cases the use of drainage tubes will be sufficient for.
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Q and a wound healing.
The tummy tuck is a great surgical procedure for removing excess skin stretch marks and fat but certain post op devices and techniques are required for proper healing.
The skin is then draped back over the newly repositioned contours to create a smoother and more toned look.
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Drainage tubes left in place after surgery can help reduce the risk of excess fluid.
Your doctor might also remove fluid after surgery using a needle.