Countdown to Reconstruction
Back in Australia now for 3 weeks and only 28 days until my "Bilateral Free Tram Flap" reconstruction!! Needing more advice my amazing Cancer Sisters.
What attire do I take to wear after the surg...
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Hi Tracy
Megan likes you to wear the tummy binder for 6 weeks post surgery and an underwire bra (but you don't have to wear it 24/7). I found underwire too uncomfortable and wore the berlei bra that is supplied by BCNA, I also wore it 24/7 for a while as it gave me comfortable support. A friend of mine's mother makes pillows (like a crescent neck pillow) which I found really helpful afterwards to put under my arm. I found wearing the elastic tummy binder more comfortable to wear over a long singlet top. I am not tall so trimmed off one of the panels. I still wear it from time to time as the tummy is the thing that takes the longest to recover from. I thought I would never be able to stand up straight! Make sure you get good info on exercises to do after recovery. You should be seen by a breast care nurse and a physiotherapist after the surgery. If I can give you any further info or if you would like to see pictures of my surgery, happy to provide privately or have a chat on the phone
Linda