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Has anyone had gel implants placed day of surgery vs expanders?
Breast Cancer | Last Active: Aug 26, 2023 | Replies (10)Comment receiving replies
Dr. Fox is very direct but I appreciated that and the fact that she wasn’t just looking to do the mastectomy. We did try the lumpectomy route first. I think it may take a bit to get use to the feel of them. The drains part was a relief to get out. I was fortunate to have a comfy recliner and that’s where I slept for about 7 weeks. I am a side sleeper and so that was hard. it did help to put pillows under my arms. Showering with the drains I used a product I got from Amazon. I took back one of the drain vests as I didn’t really like them. I attached a photo. Prayers that your surgery goes well.
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I had a unilateral mastectomy with expander at first surgery. . I used that product for showering with drains as well. Also a mastectomy pillow for sleeping and seat belt comfort. Both made a substantial comfort difference.
11 months out of second surgery and I have been comfortably sleep on stomach for months. Side sleeping will return very quickly.
Best to you as you move along on your journey. 🌸
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Thank you. I have the same concerns that you mentioned, like not being able to sleep on your side (I'm a side sleeper, too), and the drains...ugh. But we all have to get through that, right? And hopefully be satisfied with the end result. Thanks for your support.