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Feelings on going “flat”.

Breast Cancer | Last Active: Feb 21 8:55am | Replies (29)

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@lrchaparro

Thank you for that advise. How long before you were able to use the prosthesis? Do they seem heavy on your chest or irritate your incessions? What do you do in a swimsuit?

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I got fitted for bras that hold the prosthesis at a Mayo store. I tried different sizes until I was comfortable with a specific size. The prosthesis fits in an insert in the mastectomy bra so it never rubs against your skin. I ordered swimsuits that hold them too. They are not too heavy. My insurance covered them once I met my deductible. They last around five years. I got them around 5-6 months post surgery.I don’t recall having pain with them. I like my lightly padded bras or wearing nothing too. Hope this helps.