Question 1

what is a seroma?

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A fluid sac: It is basically a serous (slightly thicker than water) sac of fluid collection, which sometime develops as a complication after certain surgial procedure, often inabdominal.

Question 2

please explain what are some symptoms of seroma?

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Seroma: It is usually swelling at the area and sometimes some pain or a feeling of sloshing fluid and even sometimes leaking of clear fluid.

Question 3

what is a post op seroma ?

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Fluid Collection: It is normal and expected for tissue fluid to seep into any open space that follows an operation--we call these fluid collections seromas.  In time, the fluid is absorbed and replaced by scar tissue.  Rarely, this fluid persists, requiring aspiration, or becomes infected, requiring drainage.  Bottom line:  99% of the time, no worries.

Question 4

could i have radiation with untreated seroma?

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Radiation: Not sure of the question.  A seroma is simply a fluid collection, usually postoperative.

Question 5

how long for pain to subside after hernis repsir and seromas?

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Depends: Depends on the size and location of the hernia and type of repair. Inguinal hernia repair done open is typically 2-3 weeks, laparoscopic 1-2 weeks. Medium sized ventral hernia done open or lap is around 3-6 weeks. There are however many variables, so call your surgeon to find out for sure.

Question 6

can a seroma start to develop just three days after i stop using a vac-pac?

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No empty spaces: A seromma is a fluid collection  our bodies produce in response to the inflammation of healing.  After surgery, any "empty spaces" that do not have tissues moved into them fill with serum.  Excess serum causes the wound to expand and prevent healing so removing it helps the space close.  However, after removing the vac-pac, there still may be a little space left and so some serum will recur.

Question 7

i had a seroma aspirated (120ml) but 12 hrs later it is back. is this normal ?

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Normal: You have a seroma following an operation.  You have had it aspirated only to have the fluid return 12 hours later.  You want to know of it is normal.  Your doctor will send the fluid for cytology.  But it is normal for fluid to accumulate in an area.  Over time it may require additional aspiration.  Try to keep healthy eat well keep glucose normal.

Question 8

i was diagnosed with a seroma in august. i'm just now returning to work and i was wondering if heavy lifting is going to cause the seroma to swell up?

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No.: A seroma is a fluid collection that commonly develops in surgical wounds. Provided that its not infected, it usually resolves within weeks after surgery. It should not recur with any activity.

Question 9

should i get my post operative seroma aspirated?

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Usually not required: Most of the serums get absorbed and disappear in few wks , if it is not painful , not pressing  on other organs , aspiration is not recommended  , as it may give infection.

Question 10

i had a lumpectomy. what are the symptoms of seroma?

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Postop Breast Lump: A  seroma is a fluid collection that (always) develops in open cavities after surgery.  In time, your body will replace this fluid with scar tissue. Rarely, the fluid will persist and require needle aspiration, sometimes repeatedly.  After a lumpectomy, a seroma will feel like a persistent breast lump. If this persists months later and is causing discomfort, aspiration is indicated.

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