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Post Op drainage

I had my ovaries removed last Wed and Endo cleaned around my colon/rectum.  I came home Fri pm and I hace what seems like a  lot of drainage from my incision.  I have had this before.  2 yrs ago I had a partial Hyst and had wound separation for 12 weeks.  I am concerned this may happen again.  I am calling tomorrow and I hope to have the path results this week too.  My Gyno seems to think I am fine and he does not suspect cancer.  
Has anyone had drainage issues post op?  Thanks!
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I am not diabetic.
The drainage is pink,reddish and a bit orange in color.  I have read that this could be considered normal but I am still a bit concerned........
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It was abdominal.  I have a 8 inch incision.  No Lap because of Endo on other parts such as my abdominal wall, colon etc.
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That is called serous drainage and it is fairly normal for it to continue for  a while after the type of surgery you had.  Was this a lap or a scope?
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Justscore,

I had the same surgery 6 months ago and mine still has mild drainage. This is normal, just make sure to keep a clean bandage on it and keep an eye on it. If it becomes a different color, then go get it checked for infection. Or if around the insicion become red, go get it checked also. Because I had a mild infection, but my drainage was a yellow- green (i know gross). But, RELAX, let yourself heal and everything will be OK. But, be sure to keep it clean and free of harmful bacteria.

Kelly0110
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