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Mastectomy is a procedure that removes part, one or both breasts from a woman, especially because of cancer. The choice of lingerie after this operation is fundamental for the comfort of the patient. Advice and selection on the occasion of Pink October.

Women with breast cancer can sometimes have a mastectomy, which is an operation to remove one or both breasts. In the event of a mastectomy, women need to take care of themselves, mentally and physically. This operation can have many consequences, because it changes the body, but can also change the patient’s relationship to her femininity. Special bras exist to take care of this new breast. “Women who have undergone breast reconstruction or lumpectomy can also turn to this type of suitable lingerie”, specifies Ingrid Leyret, lingerie specialist after a mastectomy and founder of the store Life countertarget = “_ blank”>.

Why is it important to have suitable lingerie after a mastectomy?

Wearing the right lingerie is very important for two reasons. First, the patient has undergone a major operation and therefore needs suitable lingerie: scars, possible pain … Then, a special mastectomy lingerie is not ordinary: “Each bra contains a small pocket on the two parts of the bra. This pocket is necessary to place a prosthesis or a partial prosthesis to complete the missing part of the breast”, explains the specialist, who specifies: “Choosing the right lingerie is as important as choosing the right prosthesis.”

This will first be in foam during the first weeks after the operation, then it will be in silicone thereafter. The prosthesis is not only aesthetic and present to “complete” the curve of the breast. Indeed, it has another role: the prosthesis is used to fill a problem of balance, in order to avoid back pain and neck pain. “I remember having a patient who thought she didn’t need a prosthesis, but as soon as she was placed in a prosthetic bra, she immediately straightened up. She was surprised at what impact it had. could have on her posture and balance. This is true even for small breasts. “ In case of reconstruction or lumpectomy, a partial prosthesis can also help to balance.

How to choose your post-mastectomy bra?

To choose the right lingerie post-mastectomy, or post-lumpectomy, Ingrid Leyret has several tips:

Opt for a very soft piece. “Post mastectomy bras are designed for the comfort of the patient. The materials and fabrics are soft. The bra is fitted in a sheath to avoid friction on the scars. We often put on bras, ideally made of organic cotton. and open at the front. The opening at the front is convenient in case of lack of mobility or during radiotherapy. “
Remember to choose a bra adapted to the patient and her morphology. “Very strong breasts need a bra with reinforcements on the sides and wide straps to avoid the problems of lymphedema, that is to say problems with the circulation of the lymph, which can occur after the operation. Small breasts, on the other hand, do not require a particular model because they need less support. “
Avoid underwiring. “Very often, we will avoid the underwire because it can rub on the scars. Also, if it is not positioned correctly, the framework can press on the breast in the wrong place and be painful.” As time passes after the surgery, we can start to wear a silicone prosthesis, more suitable to find the curve of the missing breast, and adopt a specialized lingerie very soft but “prettier” with patterns, cuts and fabrics more flattering and feminine than the cotton bras of the first weeks.