Plus Size Bras Support Post Surgery (Lumpectomy)

blooming

Hi, I'm a newbie so I hope I'm posting correctly.

I'm preparing for a lumpectomy (plus excision of other suspicious growths) as well as sentinel node biopsy.

I'm plus size (2x) with large breasts (42 G) and am worried about post-surgery support.

1) A few days after lumpectomy/sentinel node, when I return to work, what type of bras would be comfortable, would provide appropriate support, and would be presentable?? I have to give a talk 7 days after surgery. I can't imagine I'd be able to wear my trusty underwire bra that has a back closure.

2) I've heard that during radiation, it helps to wear camisoles, and to roll up old t-shirts to keep breasts lifted and separated. I'm not sure how that could support large breasts.

Anyone have suggestions of bras/types of bras that would offer enough support to be presentable, would be easy to put on/take off after lumpectomy/sentinel node biopsy, and would promote healing? I figure that front closure would be better than back closure. Would any specific fabric be better than others?

Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!!

2FUN

I see you posted awhile ago, I hope you were able to find the appropriate thing to wear for your presentation, and that it was a success. The first few weeks after lumpectomy I wore a sport bra ( I am 42C), and then bought a Bali bra that was a soft cup with shaping. I would have never worn this kind of bra before BC, but it worked.I was able to wear my old underwrites 4 or 5 weeks post lumpectomy with some asymmetry, but that was not a big deal. Let us know how you made out.