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Liz J. · 03-05-2007, 08:03 PM

Hi all,

I have a question about proper fitting for my post mast bras. I am almost two years out of mast and of course was fitted for bras shortly after surgery. These bras have lasted quite some time, although I usually don't wear them at home. Anyhow, I have gained back the weight I lost during chemo and my left (remaining) breast has gotten larger. I had mentioned this to my docs and have had mammos, sonos and an MRI. By God's Grace all ok so far. I pray they are correct. To make a long story short I went back to the bra place today and the woman told me I went from a 36 C to a 38 D. I just told my 22 year old niece to call me Aunt Dolly from now on (lol). Anyhow, the prostetic is now a 9. It was a 7 before. To be honest I never noticed the number on it until the woman showed me. The bra is so comfortable and as they were out of stock I ordered 3 more of the same. As I removed it this evening I notice that the prostetic sticks out much further than the cup (to the right open side). It is extremey comfortable, but I don't know if they make a size 8 or if that would make any difference. These things are so costly, I am hoping someone here may know more about this so I can discuss this with the saleswoman when I go back to get the other bras. Sorry, I know there is so much more important stuff going on here, but just thought someone could advise. Thoughts and prayers to all.

Sincerely,

Liz J.

03-05-2007, 08:03 PM	#1
Liz J. Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 274	Post mastectomy bra question Hi all, I have a question about proper fitting for my post mast bras. I am almost two years out of mast and of course was fitted for bras shortly after surgery. These bras have lasted quite some time, although I usually don't wear them at home. Anyhow, I have gained back the weight I lost during chemo and my left (remaining) breast has gotten larger. I had mentioned this to my docs and have had mammos, sonos and an MRI. By God's Grace all ok so far. I pray they are correct. To make a long story short I went back to the bra place today and the woman told me I went from a 36 C to a 38 D. I just told my 22 year old niece to call me Aunt Dolly from now on (lol). Anyhow, the prostetic is now a 9. It was a 7 before. To be honest I never noticed the number on it until the woman showed me. The bra is so comfortable and as they were out of stock I ordered 3 more of the same. As I removed it this evening I notice that the prostetic sticks out much further than the cup (to the right open side). It is extremey comfortable, but I don't know if they make a size 8 or if that would make any difference. These things are so costly, I am hoping someone here may know more about this so I can discuss this with the saleswoman when I go back to get the other bras. Sorry, I know there is so much more important stuff going on here, but just thought someone could advise. Thoughts and prayers to all. Sincerely, Liz J.