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Mastectomy and breast reconstruction pros and cons?
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I too am looking for a comfortable bra. I was diagnosed in August 2024 and had unilateral mastectomy in October, three months ago. I also chose to not have reconstruction . Should I even be trying to wear a bra ? I have a sports bra with pockets for inserts but not comfortable! I recently ordered a bra with sewn in prosthetic liner from EverYou. It looks much better but after wearing it a couple of hours, I’m in misery. Even after taking it off when I return home, I am still very uncomfortable. I seem to have some swelling underarm, especially after wearing bra or any exertion. Most days I choose to wear a camisole only. Have been doing therapy at home.
I am so blessed to not need Chemo nor radiation but just thought I’d feel better by now. I had begun to feel a lot better but seem to be going in wrong direction now. Probably overdid during Thanksgiving and Christmas . This past week has not been fun … plan to call my surgeon’s office tomorrow but most times they’re not a lot of help.
Thanks in advance for any advice.
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Yes, do contact your surgeon about your swelling, etc, and I would ask to be seen if you are concerned things are worse.
I waited a little over 6 months before trying to get bras. I wanted to be over the main tenderness and swelling. Medicare covers a prosthesis and 12 bras a year. I think I have that number correct. I have friends who swear by Knitted Knockers. Those are knitted and poly filled prosthesis to slip into your own old bra or a new pocket bra. They are handmade by ladies all over the world and free for the asking. I was given one but need to try a larger size. They are very light weight.
It is easy to overdo once you start feeling good. Hope you can get some answers to your issues. We all just have to hang in there, don't we? Harder some times than others.