Lumpectomy

Hi , I had lumpectomy and sentinel node removal

last year  . I bought front fastening bras from m and s .

you will need to sleep in one, so I bought 2.

also , wear something like a shirt , so you don’t have to pull anything over your head . Same for pyjamas .

your arm will be stiff for awhile ., they will give you a sheet of exercises that you start on day after op .

Good luck x

Hi HeatherLassie

Comfy clothes as there may be lots of waiting around, I wore pull on joggers and a zipped hoodie, front fastening bra. Button front pyjamas are suggested though I didn’t wear mine as went from clothes to hospital gown (dressing gown over) and back into clothes after. Slippers. Stuff to read/do as it can be a long day if you are last on the list. Spare underwear just in case you end up having to stay in for any reason. Small towel, some wipes and a toothbrush and paste to freshen up. A cushion in the car on the way home may help you feel more protected and comfortable depending on how you feel but I found it more cumbersome than comfortable so abandoned that!

Hope everything goes well with your surgery and wishing you well for your recovery. You will be in safe hands. x

Hi Eebee 

Thank you! That's very helpful. My daughter and I went shopping today (any excuse lol) and I got a front-fastening bra from M&S, a couple of button-up pyjama tops (in the sales so bargain :-)) and a new pair of slippers (cos why not? :-)). 

Thank you also for the kind wishes. Keeping everything crossed all goes to plan. xx

Hi klf 

Thank you! Very helpful advice. xx

Hi

Just to reiterate what the other ladies have said really. I bought a front fastening bra from M&S. it was called a Post Op Recovery bra. Definitely get two, one to wash & one to wear. I wore them day and night (I still do) 10wks post Op now. Helped with swelling and were gentle on the scar under my arm (full node clearance) 

I’ve just invested a couple of Post surgery bras - nice to wear more of a normal bra now but I still wear the other to bed.

front opening tops, joggers slippers too to take in. I packed a few wash bits in case I stayed in, but didn’t need them. And a book to read - whilst waiting to go downx

good luck xxxx

I had my operation this week, I got a 2 pack of front fastening post surgery bras from ASDA which are surprisingly good.  I had baggy pj's, I brought puzzle books and colouring in and games on the phone, slippers to walk to theatre, spare underwear, wash bag, ear plugs.  I thought I was bringing too much but needed all.of it as there was a 7 hour delay so I ended up staying over!  My day clothes were joggers, baggy T-shirt, stretchy long sleeve top and zippy hoody. Hope your operation goes well.

Hi RunSkiTea

Thank you so much! I didn't realise Asda did post-op bras - will need to have a look. Good advice about the ear plugs! Hadn't thought about them but would be handy if I do need to stay overnight for any reason.

I hope you are recovering well after your op. Best wishes. Xx

I'm in the same boat as you. I'll be getting my date for op next week. Have met the surgeon and had another six biopsies as he wanted to know whether to remove the sentinel nodes at the same time as the lumpectomy.

I've found the tread very helpful regarding what to take into hospital and will look at getting the front fastening bras for post surgery.

Good luck with your surgery x

Hi Lmac

Good luck with your surgery too! I'm finding the lovely people on this forum so kind, helpful and supportive. None of us want to be on this journey but having support from others helps so much. Xx

Indeed it is. We understand each others stresses and worries as we face this journey.

The best of luck to you, take care x