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It could be, but infection after a "clean" operation like heart or lung surgery is rare. Minor redness around the incisions and drainage tube sites is normal healing. Sometimes the chest tube sites leak some fluid. Put a fresh dressing on a couple time a day until the seeping stops. As long as you otherwise feel well and the drainage isn't pus, you are probably okay. If you have any questions, call the office.
Last updated on August 31, 2013 by Devin R Mudge MD