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Sports Bra Too Painful to Wear

asked 10 months ago by bazookaclaire in tyne and wear
Latest answer by Tom J. Pousti, MD
Question viewed 153 times
Tags: 4 days post-op, 500-549cc, sports bra

I had 525cc under the muscle 4 days ago and i am finding the sports bra is rubbing on my dressings making it too painful to wear . I also have some back pain from sleeping sitting up and my breasts are swollen . I have spoken to my after care co-ordinator who said i should try to put the bra on asap and i have an appointment to see the nurse to have my dressings removed tomorrow . I am worried of the consequences of not wearing the bra . Can you help me

3 answers to Sports Bra Too Painful to Wear

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Post operative Breast Augmentation surgery

I agree that maybe a larger bra will help. The back pain you are experiencing is very common after breast augmentation surgery (from sleeping on your back). Sometimes, back massage helps. The first week is the most difficult, it gets better from there.
Tom J. Pousti, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon
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Postoperative bra after augmentation

It sounds like your bra is too tight. I would try on a sports bra that is larger and see if you can find a comfortable one. Bras after breast augmentation provide support and should make you feel better. They can irritate the nipples, so a nipple pad may offer protection. They should not be making indentations or blisters on your skin and they should not dig into the incision. Try a larger bra and check back with your surgeon. Leo Lapuerta Jr. MD
Leo Lapuerta, MD

Houston Plastic Surgeon
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Post-Surgical Bra After Breast Augmentation Not Essential

In reality, a post-surgical garment after breast augmentation does not alter the final results in any way. This is why some surgeons do not even have their patients wear anything afterwards. The bra is not holding anything in, nor can it limit swelling or force the implants in any direction. Essentially, your body is going to heal on its own whether you have the bra on or not. I would not worry too much and perhaps just wear one size larger until you are mor... more
Christopher V. Pelletiere, MD

Barrington Plastic Surgeon

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