Wearing
a bra after a mastectomy
WWhen treating breast brea
cancer, doctors may explore various
options based on a p
patient’s symptoms and how far the cancer
cer has advanced.
In addition to radiation, chemotherapy and
removal of the tu
tumor (lumpectomy), mastectomy may be part
of the e treatme
treatment plan.
Personal and medical reasons have increased the number
of mastectomies being performed. According to Harvard
Medical School, mastectomy has been effective in curing or at
least retarding early-stage breast cancer. And today, surgeons
However, whether women choose reconstructive surgery or
not, they may need a little help getting used to their new bodies
and feeling comfortable in bras and clothing.
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for her body and a shape that feels the most comfortable. Cer-
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search and may even
be covered by insurance.
• Discover your
style. Depending on
scarring or where tissue
was removed,
some women may
need particular bra
styles, such as a camisole
or a fuller-coverage
bra. Once correct
measurements
better in their clothing.
are taken, shoppers
should try a variety of
different bra styles until they determine which ones feel the
best in terms of support and coverage.
• Consider a breast form or prosthesis. Women who have
form after mastectomy. This device helps balance the body
breast has been removed. These prostheses come in different
materials and can be custom-designed to provide a similar
feel to natural breast tissue. Some forms adhere directly to
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eight weeks after surgery.
• Change bras and prostheses regularly. Many women do
not know that bras have a shelf life. The average bra should
be replaced every three months to a year. Prostheses should
be replaced every one to two years, says the American Society
of Clinical Oncology.
It can take some time for a woman to be comfortable with
her new body after mastectomy surgery. Getting the pro-per
better in their clothing. TF158415
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