I know drainage is common, but the amount of increase is frightening me. Open

RNY 12-27. Drainage tube removed day of discharge. I changed my dressing, as instructed, once a day when I showered. The drainage has increased to the point that I change the dressing every 1-3 hours, even during the night. This morning when I woke up, the drainage had gone through my binder and covered large portions of the front of my flannel gown. The drainage is red and watery in color. I do not have a fever, but I sense a slight odor, maybe just because there is so much drainage. I have a check-up tomorrow, and I am soooooo scared my surgeon may have to do something drastic. Any thoughts?

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