Breast lymphoedema

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Hi all, I'm new to the site. I had a lumpectomy in January and radiotherapy in April. Over the last few weeks I've developed the dreaded breast lymphoedema. Does anyone have any recommendations for good, supportive compression bras? I've gone round and round in circles looking at them and have limited funs so want to make the right purchase.

Eebee 1 hour ago

I’m sorry you are experiencing this. I don’t have lymphoedema so this isn’t from personal experience, but I wonder if a high support sports bra would be helpful? Not the supermarket ones, but ones designed for running or similar. After my lumpectomy a couple of years ago I wore a Nike zip front one I already had which was great for swelling as designed to fit quite snugly and hold everything in place. I buy sports bras quite often from Vinted and only spend a couple of pounds on them. x

Tumblemac 1 hour ago in reply to Eebee

Thank you very much for this. A friend suggested looking on Vinted today so I have had a look. I can't see anything suitable at the moment but I'll keep looking.

Hat 56 minutes ago

Hi have a look at post surgery bras from M&S . They do one that looks very much like a sports bra but specially designed . The price on M&S site is £24 but you do get it VAT free . Hope that helps and so sorry that you’re going through this . X

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