I found it easy to wear the suction bulb in my jeans pocket. Yes, shampooing was challenging because I couldn't raise my arm, so washed with one hand. It's all do-able.
Thank you Susan for sharing your experience. A few days ago I had a Mastectomy at the age of 34. Today, I found out I have triple negative breast cancer. I will do chemo starting next week. Everything is moving so fast, it's overwhelming. I wish all the best to my fellow breast cancer survivors. May God bless us all!
Thank you so, so much. I am scheduled for a mastectomy tomorrow. Because I've watched your videos I feel somewhat prepared. I so appreciate your generosity in sharing your experiences. Good health to you!
Susan you are just like having my Mother here ...she pasted from Breastcancer overten years ago I really appreciate your posts just like having my Mother back :0)
Thank you for sharing your experiences. I agree about the cami. I have one that velcroes open in the front, with pockets inside for the bulbs. But even just the waist strap with velcro pockets is very helpful (I have that too). I think hospitals should provide something like this! Cost me $20, but wouldnt cost them that much and should be billable to insurance as necessary. It doesnt seem optional to me!
I really appreciate this video. If you want to splurge, also, there are some great post-op camisoles out there. After searching online, I bought a soft cotton, velcro closing one with inside pockets for the drains and for breast form(s). Very comfortable and loose shirts or hoodies fit well over it.
Wow this is great info. I had a double Mastecomy on 2/16 and came home with 2 drains hanging. I was told to drain at 8 am, 2pm & 8 pm and keep a log of the total CC's. They will take the drains out once you read a total of 30 cc's or under. So now I had one drain removed because it was under 30 cc's and I still have one draining. What I do is tie a sting around my waist line and have the drain hang from there.
@cutykity please stay in touch. all of us are praying for you. your courage is inspiring.
joan15136 5 months ago
I found it easy to wear the suction bulb in my jeans pocket. Yes, shampooing was challenging because I couldn't raise my arm, so washed with one hand. It's all do-able.
heidizign 10 months ago
Thank you Susan for sharing your experience. A few days ago I had a Mastectomy at the age of 34. Today, I found out I have triple negative breast cancer. I will do chemo starting next week. Everything is moving so fast, it's overwhelming. I wish all the best to my fellow breast cancer survivors. May God bless us all!
cutykity 11 months ago
Thank you so, so much. I am scheduled for a mastectomy tomorrow. Because I've watched your videos I feel somewhat prepared. I so appreciate your generosity in sharing your experiences. Good health to you!
vibraharp226 1 year ago
Susan you are just like having my Mother here ...she pasted from Breastcancer overten years ago I really appreciate your posts just like having my Mother back :0)
carolmarierentas 1 year ago
Thank you for sharing your experiences. I agree about the cami. I have one that velcroes open in the front, with pockets inside for the bulbs. But even just the waist strap with velcro pockets is very helpful (I have that too). I think hospitals should provide something like this! Cost me $20, but wouldnt cost them that much and should be billable to insurance as necessary. It doesnt seem optional to me!
katrinktoes 1 year ago
I really appreciate this video. If you want to splurge, also, there are some great post-op camisoles out there. After searching online, I bought a soft cotton, velcro closing one with inside pockets for the drains and for breast form(s). Very comfortable and loose shirts or hoodies fit well over it.
begoneagain 1 year ago
Wow this is great info. I had a double Mastecomy on 2/16 and came home with 2 drains hanging. I was told to drain at 8 am, 2pm & 8 pm and keep a log of the total CC's. They will take the drains out once you read a total of 30 cc's or under. So now I had one drain removed because it was under 30 cc's and I still have one draining. What I do is tie a sting around my waist line and have the drain hang from there.
datwins114 1 year ago
Thank you sooo much for this !! I am waiting for my double Mastectomy surgery date and trying to find as many inside tips as i can. Bless you!
monib19592 1 year ago
Great video! Thank you so much for sharing! My PBM is coming up soon - thanks for sharing video about the drains - very helpful!
TSmieja 2 years ago