Breast lumpectomy comfort advice

I've had my dressing removed today but finding it too uncomfortable to wear a bra still. Also itching like crazy around scar and nipple is super sensitive. I have loads of extra bruising due to a haematoma which had to be surgically evacuated a week after the lumpectomy.

Im after advice to ease the soreness and tenderness. What I can put on it, what to wear. I currently have a cotton wool pad placed over the nipple to stop rubbing and chafing. I think a bra would give more comfort to the breast but I can't tolerate even my soft bras due to the bruising and swelling which is still an issue 

Thank you  

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  • Hello GT63

    Sorry to hear you're in so much discomfort after the lumpectomy. I was in the same position as you - I had my op nearly three weeks ago. My scar starts under my armpit and extends to the nipple as I had two areas that needed to be removed. As a result, I couldn't tolerate any bra with a seam under the arm - which is 99.9% of them! I eventually found one sports bra M&S and I also spoke to the ladies at Nicolajane.com and bought the bra they recommended. Both have made such a difference - here's the link to the sports bra www.marksandspencer.com/.../clp60212296

    I hope one of them works for you too and that you feel more comfortable soon.

     

    x

  • Thank you so much for replying. I shall take a look. My scar is around 2 inch, above the nipple and to the right towards the armpit. Not helped by them going in twice in a week.

    Have you used anything on the scar or breast to ease the discomfort? X

  • Hi not sure if this might help but I was given a heart shape small cushion to put under my armpit and it really helped ease the pressure, might be worth a try x

    love Kiera xx

  • Hi

    No I didn't really want to touch the wound and the breast was too sore. After I started to wear a comfortable bra it became much more bearable quite quickly. I hope yours is the same. 
    x

  • Hi,

    I let my breast be free overnight and exposed it to the air to help healing ️ 
     

    I also ordered 2 more bras from M&S, the sports bra suggested plus a sleep bra which has good reviews and was in the sale. Paid for next day delivery so will be here today- here's hoping for some relief! 
    In regards to using a small soft cushion is that when sitting and sleeping or are you keeping it underarm when moving around?

     

    Oh and Happy March everyone- Spring will come and lift us up. Hope everyone is doing ok

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  • Hi,

    I let my breast be free overnight and exposed it to the air to help healing ️ 
     

    I also ordered 2 more bras from M&S, the sports bra suggested plus a sleep bra which has good reviews and was in the sale. Paid for next day delivery so will be here today- here's hoping for some relief! 
    In regards to using a small soft cushion is that when sitting and sleeping or are you keeping it underarm when moving around?

     

    Oh and Happy March everyone- Spring will come and lift us up. Hope everyone is doing ok

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