I had a double mastectomy about 5 1/2 months ago with immediate reconstruction. Almost two months ago, silicone implants replaced my tissue expanders. My healing has gone very well, but I am wondering how long I should wear a bandage over my left breast that was radiated many years ago. My plastic surgeon created a deeper pocket on this side in order to allow the implant to drop lower due to the tightness of the chest wall muscle. Also, is it safe to wear underwire bras?
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Fat transfer to the breast following reconstruction or lumpectomy, or any surgery that deforms the breast is well tolerated. Most patients of mine complain more about the pain from the harvest site (thighs) than breast pain. I recommend light compression for 6 weeks to prevent too much swelling...
While there are a number of individual factors to consider, it is generally not a good idea to have radiation therapy with breast implants so the mastectomy is often the best option. Often the mastectomy can be done with a skin-sparing technique, and the reconstruction done at the same time. The...
It is a little early to tell what your final result will be so I would be patient. Those are very large implants so time will tell in terms of your feeling in clothing and out of clothing. There are other options if decide this is not how you feel most comfortable.
