Post op gear

[SarahM76 30]

So. My surg date got moved UP to Aug 1.

I really would like to know if it is allowed to wear some sort of bra post op? I hate the thought of people in my room and just letting the girls out...

I know i prob wont even give a rat's behind after surgery, but for whatever reason, its been on the brain today.

[Cervidae 2,389]

I had an incision just below my left breast, and ooooooh man, I can't even imagine putting a bra on, let alone a constricting sports bra, while feeling that fresh incision and all the gas pain that travels up to your neck and shoulders. If the docs are okay with it, it's still going to be an "as tolerated" thing, and I'm betting you won't want to tolerate that pain and discomfort. But hey, you never know, maybe you'll be one of those rare people who woke up after surgery, started walking laps with ease, and felt great. Here's hoping! Good luck to you!

[MsMiniMe 24]

I also had an incision below my left breast and did not put on a bra until I left the hospital. Strangely, sometimes after I eat I feel a lot of pressure from the band around the bottom a bra (even though the bra is not tight). It's great incentive not to over eat!

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[mercedes620 39]

I didn't feel like a bra right after surgery but the next day when I was released I did put on my cozy bra from Walmart. I think it was around $7 or $8 bucks. I also have an incision under my left breast it's nothing like a sports bra super super soft and for me just enough to not feel like my breast are just everywhere. I had gastric bypass on June 27th.

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[SarahM76 30]

Thanks all! I will check Walmart for something comfy.

[corr1970 26]

Sarah - I was wondering the same thing I think our nerves

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[corr1970 26]

Has anyone used a belly band post op?

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[MCE1205 47]

I've never heard of a belly band so I had to google it. I would consult your surgeon if it would be ok. I hAd very little discomfort post surgery and never had to use prescribed pain meds. Good luck to you and congrats!

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[corr1970 26]

Thanks so much! I'm so nervous but excited too

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[akmarsh 5]

They wouldn't let me put a sports bra on during my stay, but I did out one on for the ride home as I was dying to get covered up. The closest incision I have is in the middle about 2 inches from my bra line, so it's not an issue at all.

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[corr1970 26]

Ok great thank you!

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