Brachioplasty Swelling

[jands75 10]

Hi! I had a Brachioplasty and Tummy Tuck three days ago. My tummy tuck incision is great. It doesn't hurt, isn't itchy, not leaky, and has minimal swelling. I'm able to wear my compression garment underwear without an issue, and the drain is slowing down. However, my arms are another issue. The incision line is leaking clear puss. There are also clear blisters all along both arm incisions. And they both itch, and have a ton of swelling. The swelling traveled from my upper arms all the way to my finger tips, and I can barely move my fat fingers. I've gone back to the surgeon, who said swelling is normal. She suggested elevation for both arms. They have swelled so much, I've had to remove the compression shirt I was wearing. I'm walking around like a starfish with my arms straight out because I can't put my arms down. Anyone have this much arm swelling or any ideas to help my stuffed sausage arms? I've iced them, made open and closed finger dances, piled three pillows under each, and ace wrapped them from the finger tips down. Help please!

[TheRealMeIsHere! 863]

Did the doctor see you at this point or were you less swollen?

You really need to call and be seen again.

Hope you feel better!

[Scamp 207]

OMG - You need to immediately contact them. This really does not sound right - I had very little swelling with mine and nothing like what you have described - Please - Go see someone before something dreadful happens. It sounds like you have Lymphedema or something in the arms.....

You need to be seen. I really do believe this is an emergency that you need to see someone immediately.

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