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melbgirl74
Member
3 months ago

Mastectomy/Diep flap reconstruction - What to prepare for

Hello, I am heading into hospital shortly for a Mastectomy  with a DIEP flap reconstruction at same time. I am starting to prepare everything now, ie stocking freezer, ensuring I have everything at home ready and staying to look at what to pack for my stay in hospital (5 days). My Plastic Surgery has asked that I bring in post op bra and if I have spanx or similar bring that in. The bra was no issue I got ones from Kmart and Berlei.  In terms of compression pants, I am at a lose. So much on the market, Any recommendations, do I go for underwear type, shorts or just stomach ones.  I would be grateful for any tips. 

diep
mastectomy
post-surgery
Reconstruction
side-effects

3 Replies

  • Julez1958's avatar
    Julez1958
    Member
    2 months ago

    Himelbgirl74​ 

    Ask to join the private group on here Choosing Breast Reconstruction .There are personal stories and photos I found very helpful.I had double mastectomy and DIEP flap reconstruction .

  • PrisMay1's avatar
    PrisMay1
    Member
    2 months ago

    Hi there. I had the. Same surgery 18 months ago. I purchased the control briefs/shorts sold by KMart. These were advised by my PS. They have been great and I still wear them most days for support. They are well priced and wash well. I have the bike short ones and often wear them alone or under my clothes. I also wear gym leggings a lot - I like the feel of compression now! 

  • Mez_BCNA's avatar
    Mez_BCNA
    Community Manager
    3 months ago

    Hi melbgirl74​ - Thankyou for starting the conversation. 

    While we wait for others to share their own lived experience, we thought you may find the below resources useful:


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