I had the white stuff coming out as well - just keep the gauze on it - it will heal - it's all part of the process. I found the gauze would stay in place just with the crease of my breast. Good luck - I hope it all helps!
Hi sb73 - definately try this method - it really worked for me - I think keeping it clean and dry is the answer - at least it was for me - and fast. I didn't wear anything because I didn't want anything touching the stitches but if that's not an option try the camisole - I would say keep the gauze on where the bra part would touch the stitches and at least that will protect them to some degree. Good luck!
Hi chamilton - sorry I meant to say the gauze was held just by the crease of my breasts - I didn't actually wear a bra until I was about 6 weeks in - I tried to wear a sports bra and the front closure one that is mentioned here but I just found that it irritated the incision. I guess everyone is different and different thing work for different people. I personally had a breast reduction and lift - I was less worried about the lift part and I guess that's why I wasn't so worried about not wearing a bra. My PS told me to do whatever was most comfortable.
Hi Chamilton - I used the gauze and to be honest it just held in place on it's own. I folded it in half long ways and just tucked it ounder my bra. I tried to use medical tape but my doctor said it would irritate the skin so stopped using that. I so know how you feel - I was so upset and in tears for the first 3 to 4 weeks - please be patient with your body - give yourself the time to heal - it will be so much better in the long rum rtrust me! sorry my typing has so mamny errors but my computer won't let me go back and delete - ugh! lol good luck! :)
Hi ellieh - I didn't buy my first real bra until I was 9 weeks post op - and so glad I waited - I couldn't believe how much the swelling went down after week 8 - I think I will still go down a cup size, but for now I'm good. My first bra that I purchased was actually a Carol Martin Bra - it is a front closure bra with lots of clips to do up but I found it to be very comfortable and easy to put on - you can buy them at walmart or on line - I usually find them in the as seen on tv area - but they were very comfortable especially with the T incision - I still find the regular bras to be a bit uncomfortable and keep reverting back to my Carol Martin, but that is probably something that I will have to get used to again. Glad you are healing up - hang in there girl! :)
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