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What Causes Bleeding From Scar Folds After A Double Mastectomy?
Had a double mastectomy Sept 5. Still having fluid on left chest wall. 500 cc one month ago, then a hematoma within the seroma. Tonight I have bleeding (oozing) from the scar folds on my right chest wall. I had been advised to wrap my chest but have been very protective of the right chest area. Any idea what my be happening?
Wed, 11 Mar 2015
Hello ma'am and welcome.
Proper drainage is essential after all such procedures, and it could be possible that a drain was removed prematurely. At this point in time, reopening the incision, debridement and placement of a new drain may be required if this continues. For now, make sure antibiotic coverage is in place, make an appointment with your surgeon ma'am.
Best wishes.
Proper drainage is essential after all such procedures, and it could be possible that a drain was removed prematurely. At this point in time, reopening the incision, debridement and placement of a new drain may be required if this continues. For now, make sure antibiotic coverage is in place, make an appointment with your surgeon ma'am.
Best wishes.
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