What Color Is Serosanguinous Drainage?
Last Updated Mar 27, 2020 7:50:16 PM ET
Serosanguinous drainage is slightly yellow or colorless in appearance. It's also thin and watery, causing bandages to become wet without leaving a stain of color. In some cases, the drainage is slightly pink, which is caused by a mixture of blood and serum from the wound.
Serosanguinous drainage, also called serous exudate, is normal in small amounts during the early stages of the healing process. The drainage typically occurs during the first 48 to 72 hours after an incision is made. Serosanguinous fluid can also weep from the skin when there is no incision. A large amount of fluid is serious and should be reported to the doctor immediately.
More From Reference
How Many Minutes of Daylight Do We Gain Each Day? And Other Daylight Saving Time Facts
Understanding SSI: Supplemental Security Income Basics for New Applicants
What Can the History of Polio Teach Us About the Coronavirus Pandemic?
How to Use a Personal Loan Calculator
Mailing a Letter to Japan? Here’s How to Calculate International Postage
Difficult Predictions: Is AccuWeather's 30-day Forecast Accurate Anymore?