Discharge

[ladystl 14]

Has anyone experienced leakage from their incision site?

[notime 340]

My opinion is that any discharge should be reported to the doctor.

[TwinsMama 483]

Check with your Dr but you may find it is fine.

My largest incision had leakage. I was happy that it started right before one of my first follow-ups. My Dr told me it is normal (I didn't have a drainage tube). She dressed it and sent me on my way.

She told me to keep it properly dressed in clean gauze/cotton and medical tape. It drained/leaked for about a week. It was a lot and I mean enough to soak through my tops/pants.

It never opened back up or got infected because I kept it covered when clothed and at night I let it breathe. I also slept on a towel so that when I was on my side, it could drain without soaking my sheets.

I showered as usual and had no problems after that week. BTW, mine didn't hurt, it was tender to the press, but it didn't bother me.

[Pookeyism 1,143]

Has anyone experienced leakage from their incision site?

Can you describe it? Color, consistency, smell...is area discolored, hot, swollen, lumped?

[ladystl 14]

It's coming from my belly button, it's doesn't smell, it's slightly pink in color and pretty thin

[notime 340]

Did you call the doctor today?

[ladystl 14]

Yes they said its normal, just watch for signs of infection.

[notime 340]

I'm relieved and I know you are!