What Should I Buy for Recovery After a Lumpectomy?

Pam, maybe ask your surgeon. I had a lumpectomy with oncoplasty and when I woke up from surgery I was in the compression bra that they wanted me in for the first few weeks. Your surgeon can tell you if you need to purchase bras and what type is best.

Thank you

After my lumpectomy and reconstructive surgery, I was bandaged up and had a surgical bra on Velcro in the front

I wore a front closure sports bra, worked great

Find some great, cost/comfy cardigans and some buttoned shirts to make dressing easier. Yes, talk to your surgeon about bras and ask what you’ll be sent home with and what you should have on hand.

I bought bras that open in front - but hate hooks and eyes as they press down on skin ! Wore them and just put a piece of tissue under opening. They also make zippers but I struggled with doing them up !

Victoria Secret for me has the best surgery bras. The featherweight max sprorts bra. I love the material and there is nothing that digs into your skin. I just got done with surgery number 6 and it is my go to.

I was placed in a special bra during surgery which I wore quite awhile ago it was comfortable

Many patients find that front-opening bras or soft sports bras without underwire can provide comfort during recovery, and having some button-up shirts makes dressing easier when arm movement is limited. Consider checking with your surgical team beforehand, as they may provide specific recommendations based on your procedure and can guide you on what items would be most helpful for your recovery.