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Are Post Surgery Bra's for Support or to Keep Compression?
I am 11 days out and the bra is my only issue. I am wearing an XL sports bra but by the end of the day my breats and back or tingling like it is too tight. Can I wear a larger bra that does not compress the breasts or is compression what is needed
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swammy
in Buffalo, NY
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Sports bra after breast augmentation
My concern with the bra being too tight is it may be pushing the implants upwards. If the bra is acting as a push-up bra, the implants may stay high and never drop.
You may want to have the fit checked with your surgeon.
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Use of a Bra for Compression and Support Following Breast Surgery
The use of a post-surgical bra following breast surgery (augmentation, lift, reduction) is for both support and compression. Providing good support is more important than excessive compression. The ‘support’ will decrease post-operative pain and discomfort, reduce early stress on the skin closures, and help reduce dependent swelling within the breast. The ‘compression’ will help reduce swelling and enhance its resolution.
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Post Surgical Bra?
Thank you for the question.
The postsurgical bra should fit comfortably; if it is to type it may cause blistering or skin pigment changes. I'm sure wearing a larger bra will still provide the benefits of support and mild compression without the downsides that you have described. Your plastic surgeon's 's office will likely be able to help with specifics.
Best wishes.
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After most breast procedures patients are provided with a post surgical bra to wear for the first few weeks after surgery. My take is that the bra provides some compression to speed the resolution of swelling, and also some support for increased comfort. I typically keep patients in soft bras for the first few months after breast augmentation until i'm sure the implants have settled satisfactorily. For breast reductions and breast lift patients, I usually allow the use...
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Post operative bra
I usually have my patients wear a post operative sports bra for two weeks after surgery to help support the tissues and compress any swelling. However, if you are having issues with your bra, I would suggest contacting your surgeon's office to seek alternatives. If you are already two weeks post op, you can likely just use any support bra that is comfortable.
Good Luck.
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Purpose of postop bra
The purpose is two-fold: support and compression. Compression to reduce the postop swelling and support without underwires that cut into the breasts. The question is not always size but fit so, if you have concerns that the bra doesn't fit properly, see a local corsetiere.
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Post-op bra's after augmentation
Great question. Every surgeon will have a different recommendation or reason for post-operative bra/garments.
I feel a sports bra should be worn for light support and light compression. Your breasts should feel comfortable in the bra. You should be wearing your post-operative bra 24/7 for at least 4 weeks.
If your bra feels to tight, it most likely is. It is always good to ask your surgeon and even show them what the bra looks like on.
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