Getting Drainage Tube Removed

[amw157 42]

I say don't overthink it, and you will be fine. Mine actually came out on its own after 3 weeks (the sutures ripped). And I didn't even feel it. So as long as you don't psych yourself out, you won't even notice it.

[Justine13 264]

The reality is you have to get it out. Everyone has had different experiences. I have had 4 in my lifetime and each were different yet similar. Bottom line is: it's very very quick. It's a weird feeling. Can cause some pain but tolerabl- after all it's a matter of seconds. I'm the worlds biggest baby and this isn't one of those things I would worry about- really

[Peggylou 44]

I am curious about why you all had a drain? I didn't have one. I had 6 cuts on my belly and they glued the in scions closed and in the two two inch incisions I had a couple staples. What is the drain for?

[doxieville 799]

I didn't have one either. My surgeon says he goes by what's needed. If the body is producing a lot of discharge, then he'll put one in.

I'd suggest asking your surgeon what his policy is.

[SoonToBeThinKAT 67]

So I had the drain tube removed and when she removed the stitch it did hurt some, more like a sting, but when she pulled that drainage tube out it felt so unnatural!!! Lol. She kept asking me if it tickled! Tickle is NOT the word I would have used. I'm just glad it's out bc I do feel better now.