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I’ve heard that you can have a seroma after surgery. What is a seroma and how are they treated?
A seroma is an accumulation of fluid that can occur after surgery. It is normally a clear fluid that is leaking from damaged blood and lymphatic vessels through an incision. Small seromas may not require any treatment as they often resolve on their own. Larger seromas may require that the fluid be removed, usually with a needle. If the fluid doesn’t stop accumulating it may require the fluid to be drained multiple times or a drain may be placed at the site.
They can be associated with an increased risk of infection and lead to an opening of incisions at the surgical site. They can interfere with healing of a surgical site and may require drainage if they are large. Seromas can become infected and would be treated with antibiotics. Although rare surgery may be required to treat a seroma.
Symptoms of a seroma can include: - Leakage of clear fluid from a surgical incision
- Redness, warmth or swelling at or near a surgical site
- Tenderness near a surgical incision
- Fever and chills
Definitely seek medical attention if you experience any of the following: - A fever in excess of 101 degrees Fahrenheit
- Pus draining from a surgical site
- Severe pain at a surgical site
- Significant separation of a surgical wound
- Uncontrollable or persistent bleeding from a surgical site
This content was written by staff of HysterSisters.com by non-medical professionals based on discussions, resources and input from other patients for the purpose of patient-to-patient support.
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