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What is the drain peeps keep talking about?

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Olivia2233    10

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My mom had the bypass and she didnt have a drain?

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Arts137    1,811

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Drain after surgery, ... to drain blood, goo & stuff. Good early indicator of problems. Usually 'pulled' before you go home from hospital. Sometimes left in till the surgical follow-up visit. Sometimes not used at all!

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Mammecan    43

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Don't know...I was told it would be removed before I come out of surgery & that I would only be in the hospital over night for the sleeve...

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Olivia2233    10

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Yes I am staying overnight to so they can make sure I am getting enough fluids. Sheesh I hope I dont need one, my Dr. has said nothing of this! Thanks I was curious! :unsure:

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gamergirl    4,610

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This seems to vary by surgeon. I know mine doesn't use them after surgery.

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Will    61

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I had a drain. It just is in your body and drains out fluids and stuff. The removal is really weird but it's doable without pain.

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Lilly43    20

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They removed my friend drainage tube the following day after her surgery just before she went home .

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