Mastectomy drain bag belt

Question

I am having a double total mastectomy soon and was wondering if anyone has purchased a drain belt and if so where did you purchase it and was it useful. Thanks.

koi · Answer

Hi BeesI just had a double mastecomy and reconstruction - I had 6 drains!&nbsp; If you talk to your breast care nurse they usually have donated and handmade drain bags from Zonta or the CWA.&nbsp; You should just need two drain bags - they are usually adjustable and just sling over your shoulder/neck and are easy to carry.&nbsp; I think the challenge with the drain belt is you don't quite know what size the drains will be and they may not fit in the belt?Good luck with the surgery.

annas · Answer

Hi Bees,&nbsp;I've just had a double mastectomy and have 2 drains (I can't even imagine Koi's 6 bags...!).Whilst I wasn't aware of the drain belts unfortunately, I would like to add that I reckon anything that can make the drains feel less cumbersome is worth trying.I haven't enjoyed having the bag hanging around my neck - when I'm up and about, i often wear a zip through hoodie with pockets on the side and can pop them in the pockets.&nbsp;Best wishes for your surgery,&nbsp;Anna&nbsp;

suki · Answer

Hi Bees​&nbsp;
I used a Temu surgical drain belt for two drains post bilateral mastectomy.&nbsp; Cheap and did the job, but not pretty!&nbsp; Pic of similar below:

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millymonster · Answer

My drains never would if fit in that drain belt hing that I did buy so just used the donated bags andthey worked great.

pipg · Answer

I had the double in December and just used the bags they provided, pretty materials and made by a group of volunteers.
I had one drain out after 7 days and the other at 14 days.
It was overwhelming at first but you get used to draining the bags daily.
Sleeping is a challenge, as you have to sleep on your back so pillows either side are helpful.

treat yourself to weekly hairdresser visits for a great hair wash and dry.

all the best with the surgery