Anybody had the experiences of wearing compression bras post surgery?

I developed lymphedema post surgery and radiation. Physical therapy was recommended and of course the “compression bra”. Wearing it has given me such relief. I use the 80/20 rule…when I’m out for an event or want to feel feminine I wear a regular bra, but continue to wear the compression bra during daily activity and at bedtime. It has to be fitted correctly, but it is worth it. Good luck with your journey. Remember, there are a lot of us out here.

Dear @jaynep:

Thank you so much for sharing that you went through 11 bras to find the right one fitting for yourself! My initial mistake was due to my own ignorance, I thought all compression bras are the same while they are clearly not, indeed. Learning from your valuable experience gives me hope that I shall find the one that fits me snuggly to prevent the development of lymphedema in the future.

Thanks for your caring kindness!

Hi! @hhoskin3361

Thanks for your insight and caring kindness to share them!

I truly feel lucky that I have so many siblings in combat fighting the war against cancer here. God bless!

I had surgery in 2018 - just lumpectomy. I have large breasts - yes I wore one 24/7 for about 6 weeks. It was very uncomfortable. But it helped my incision scar not stretch out so much. But I didn't like it. I just did what they told me to do. Good luck!

Hi! Kathy:

Thank you so much for sharing your experience and insights!

Best wished on the jurney ahead! Smooth and safe sailing:))

I had a bilateral mastectomy and lymph node dissection in October 2023, flat closure. When I awoke from surgery I was wrapped very snugly in an ace bandage and a compression bra over that. The surgeon's team recommended wearing an ace wrap or compression bra with extra washcloths rolled up in it for compression until all drains were out and there was no more sign of fluid build up, to ensure that the incisions healed flat. It took six weeks to be drain free with no sign of fluid under the skin--a long haul but I am glad I stuck with it.
I hope you find what works best for you!

Hi! @mrsisaiah4113:

Thank you so much for sharing your personal experience and lessons learnt from it to help us on this journey!

I am so pleased to know that your care team took such gentle loving care for you post DMX surgery. This journey is a rough patch in our lives; however, I always feel the grace from strangers is the most precious find during this journey...

Wishing you all a safe and smooth sailing ahead!

After surgery and just before radiation i had Lymphedema pre therapy.
I met with a therapist for an hour once or twice a week for 6 weeks. She would do a massage on several places and show me what to do at home.
I asked her about the compression bra and i bought one.
Because i had a double mastectomy, she cut me this long foam pad and had me insert it into a flat running bra with no cups. It was so much more comfortable than the compression bra and did the compression beautifully. I also wore the compression sleeve.
I also did full body red light therapy every day for about 3-6 months at a sun tanning place.. joined a membership.
I never got lymphedema, and the redlight therapy was awesome!
It helps with inflammation. So if you do have or develop pain, check it out.
These days you can buy in home panels.
Hope this helps.
Blessings.

Dear @ebtexas55:

Thank you very much for your blessing and sharing valuable experiences with insights!

I am so grateful that we have so many comrades caring for one another on this journey; for I now realize the blessing in disguise of my BC:)

God bless you all!