Is it OK to wear a t-shirt underneath the compression garment for more comfort?

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I am two weeks post-op from stomach/flank lipo with ab sculpting. I have been wearing my compression garment and corset faithfully but over the last couple of days the compression garment has been itchy and I was wondering if it would have any negative effect to wear a t-shirt between my body and the compression garment,

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

I recommend following up with your Dr. about the garment. Adding a t-shirt should be fine, but you should make sure this is the right size for you. I also recommend adding hyperbaric oxygen and lymphatic massage along with your compression to help decrease swelling.  I suggest adding coolsculpting/vanquish for further fat removal, exilis/venus legacy for skin tightening, cellutone/z wave to make the skin smooth, remove scar tissue, and improve the skin's appearance. Best, Dr. Emer

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

Wearing a T-shirt under a compressive garments is a good idea. This will prevent the garment from being soiled. It's a lot easier to wash a T-shirt than an elastic garment.

Thomas Fiala, MD, FACS, FRCSC · Answer

Yes - you certainly can wear a soft cotton t-shirt underneath your compression garment.  We have our patients do this routinely for comfort.  There's no issue with it.

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question.  Though each physician will have their own respective post-surgery protocol for patients, I would not advise wearing a t-shirt under your compression garment.  This can lead to folds or ripples that can create pressure points and possible skin irritation.  I would recommend reaching out for a different garment from your surgeon or ask if you are allowed to moisturize your skin as the itching is normally due to dryness.  Hope this helps.

Ven Erella, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. It is fine to wear T shirt under the garment but make sure no folds of shirt under garment.

Fara Movagharnia, DO, FACOS · Answer

Absolutely!  This is always my recommendation.  Just make sure that it is a cotton, tight-fitting T-shirt or vest so that it helps with smooth even compression.

Gordon M. Telepun, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question.  I always allow my patients to do this.  I even allow them to do it under a binder after a tummy tuck.  I would clear it with your surgeon.

Gordon Telepun, MD

Decatur, AL

Lawrence Bundrick, MD (retired) · Answer

It is completely fine to wear something thin and soft between your skin and the compression garment. It is not going to affect your results.

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