Pain at drain site?

I had  a panni, mini TT and lipo 2 days ago ...the pain at my drain site is a constant burning even with meds...is this normal?

there may be some tension on the tube.  You might try to reposition it in a way that it is not pulling.  they hurt like the devil tho!!  and yep, it is definately a burning sensation.  if you can see the site, make sure that there is not excessive redness or any kind of discharge that could indicate infection.  some redness is normal, especially if the drain is being moved around a little. 

please make a call to your PS's office and just let them know.  that would be the best reasurrance you can get.

kim

It sometimes helps to place gauze bandages around the tube where it comes out of you.  This provides a little padding/cushion.

DW

I had a burning sensation on one side too but it wasn't coming from the drain site.  The pain pills really helped with the burning sensation.  After 3 or 4 days it was gone even though I had the drains for about a week. 

me too

my right one is OK

but still 10 days post op and my left one hurts and burns all the time

can't wait for it to come out next week -- I hope !!!!!

Hi,  I was in drain hell w/ 4 of them for nearly 3 weeks from LBL and extended thigh lift.  I used Lidocaine ointment that I had around  from  previous issue.  I put it right around the drain tube where it exited my body and it numbed the area for hours on end.  It was the only way I made it through until they were pulled.  (relief)
It is 5% lidocaine and is prescribed by MD.
Good luck
Darma