Recent lumpectomy and lymph nodes removed

Hi Grovsie 

I was fortunate that my hospital provided a bra to wear post lumpectomy. I was advised to sleep in it as well, which I did. I had to wear it continuously for 4 weeks and it seemed to do the job as I didn't need any extra cushions/anything else in bed.

Anne

Hi Anne,

thanks for letting me know.  

kay 

I had the same on 5 March, I wear a post surgery bra from M&S. I sleep with an extra pillow so I’m almost sitting up and I have a heart shaped pillow given to me by the breast care nurses to pop under my armpit to cushion the wound there.

I was also given a heart shaped cushion. I didn't need it in bed but did use it when I was travelling in the car as it protected my breast against jolts.

Hi , hoping you’re starting to feel a little better , but you must look after yourself and get plenty of rest .

i bought post surgery bras from Cancer Research which I wore day and night . I also propped myself up with two or three pillows and a v shaped one so I was well supported . I also learned to sleep on my back which I sometimes still do . 

If you find you’re awake in the night try to practise deep breathing as it really can help you relax  . Also listening to the radio might help you to drift off . 

Best wishes or a good recovery .

Carole

Hi, I had seen the heart shaped pillow but wasn’t sure if it would be any good.  I have now ordered one.  Thank you for the recommendation. 

Hi, I had seen the heart shaped pillow but wasn’t sure if it would be any good.  I have now ordered one.  Thank you for the recommendation. 

Hi, I had seen the heart shaped pillow but wasn’t sure if it would be any good.  I have now ordered one to try.

if got an appointment with a bra consultant that my surgeon recommended so I hoping once I stop bearing the binder and get a nice bra I will feel better.

thank you for your help.