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What is seroma ?? is this common after umbilical hernia surgery ??

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Dr. Marsha Davis answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

It is not : Common but it happens it is a collection of serous fluid that the body will eventually absorb in moSt cases. Occasionally the need to be drained

Answered 6/9/2021

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Collection of fluid: A seroma is a collection of fluid (serum). The serum is the liquid part of your blood (as opposed to the cells) and is similar to the fluid that is inside a blister. Seromas can occur after any surgery and can resolve without treatment although sometimes the doctor will draw out the fluid. If it is causing a lot of discomfort, return to the doctor for treatment. DO NOT TRY TO DRAIN IT ON YOUR OWN.

Answered 11/10/2020

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