So why am I writing this. To share and to warn you about drains. Drains are, well exactly that. They drain fluid from the abdomen into a couple of bulbs at the end of tubes. Where do these tubes go? Directly through the pubic area and into the area where her skin was removed. Take a look at these illustrations.

No pictures, but be prepared if you or a loved one has this type of surgery. I was ill prepared for the situation. I’m making the best of it, but damn. I am a cold sweater and a fainter. Emptying and measuring the output of these drains is about all that I can handle.

I am a wuss.

Boy scouts have it right…”Be Prepared”.