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what do I need for reconstruction surgery?
Hello,I am seeking some advice from ladies who have undergone tram/diep flap reconstruction as to what I need to purchase to help me in the hospital or after when things are still delicate when at hom...
Hi Julia
Just wanted to wish you good luck for tomorrow. I had a DIEP flap reconstruction 7 weeks ago, the tummy was super tight straight afterwards but does ease off in a few weeks. I didnt use any bra in the hospital, they checked the flat every hour for the first 48hrs so found it easy to just cover with a gown. I did take a small travel pillow in with me and my own main pillow- those hospital ones can be very crinkly!!
Good luck