drain site??

has anyone had any pain or skin irritation around the drain site? is this normal? how much blood is suppose to drain? when will it stop? how much should i be changing my bandages? called doc. told me to call back in the am. to come in tomorrw. just wondering what others have seen/ been through post-op?

Hi Tyra I was sent home with one of my tubes and I remember taking a shower and my husband was putting new dressings on it and moved it wrong and it was painful and then after that it was very tender to te touch. I changed the dressing about twice a day so that It wouldnt get infected or anything. But I would go see your doc so they can look at it. Take care Kelly

Thanx. DVR told me too call the office in the am, and they will see me in the tomorrow. I'll keep u posted.

My drain site was my most uncomfortable spot. Initially, I drained a lot of fluid and then it slowed up as I neared the one week out. Hope things go well this morning at the doc office. Aime