Tummy Tuck Draining and Breast Lift Questions

Esmeralda · March 10, 2008

I had a Tummy Tuck, Lipo and a breast lift with implants on 02/21 and I had my drains from the tummy tuck for 9 days after the doctor removed the drains I had to go back on the 4th day because I was still having swelling from liquid in my lower tummy so he removed it will a large needle, I had some more removed on Saturday and I have to go back again tomorrow because I am still having draining has anyone else had this happen?? He said everyone is different and that unless I am completly off my feet the liquid will subside but it will take a while. Also I had a breast lift with implants and my implants are still kind of high so my boobs don't look really round yet how long will it take for them to get lower?? I am just a little over 2 weeks out so I still have a while for the swelling and everything to fall in place.

By the way my surgery was great I had no pain only discomft, I only took the pain meds for 2 1/2 days and I was walking perfecly straight within the first 3 or 4 days. Can't post much because I just came back to work and I am very behind.

BabyGotBack · March 11, 2008

I didn't have swelling after my drains.

Are you wearing your body girdle?

I had to wear mine day and night for 6 weeks.

It made a big difference.

Also, your breasts will drop and look more natural, but that takes quite a few months.

Esmeralda · March 11, 2008

I do wear my girdle I don't take it off other than to shower, thanks for the reply I was starting to feel very disappointed with my boobs but your answer made me feel better, I guess I am expecting results to soon (Thursday will be 3 weeks).

tracew · March 15, 2008

Hey there....

I am 5 weeks out of TT with MR. Did you have MR? If you did that can certainly be part of the swelling. I do still wear the binder and have 6 countem 6 days to go!! I can hardly wait to be able to not wear the binder. The drains I had were taken out in 7 days and I really haven't had much problem since. I did have an open area where the drain was for a few weeks, but really no significant swelling issue. I have certainly heard of the needle reduction being necessary in my preop research. As for the breast lift, I know nothing.....good luck in your recovery. I think that the key is to take it as easy as possible.

POPT

I'm still here · March 15, 2008

I didn't have swelling after my drains.
Are you wearing your body girdle?

I had to wear mine day and night for 6 weeks.

It made a big difference.

Also, your breasts will drop and look more natural, but that takes quite a few months.

Hi Audrey -

Did you use the silicone sheets after your TT to help with your incision?

Thanks,

Lynn

juliegeraci · March 16, 2008

How are you feeling now?

Esmeralda · March 17, 2008

What is an MR?? I had a large amount of tummy removed so my surgeon said that is one of the reasons why I have so much draining, this week its alot less but I still need to get it removed. Thursday will be 4 weeks and I also can wait to stop wearing the binder.< /p>