How to Shop for Mastectomy Bras

How to Shop for Mastectomy Bras



As if breast cancer and going through a mastectomy isn't enough, many women have to face yet another challenge when it comes to shopping for a mastectomy bra. Hopefully, the following guidelines will help ease some of the stress when it comes to shopping for a mastectomy bra.









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Check with the nursing staff at your surgeon's office for information on shopping for a mastectomy bra. This is usually a part of the support system in place to provide you direction on places to be fitted properly according to the surgery you have had.




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Talk with other women who have under gone a mastectomy to ask for suggestions on where they shopped for their mastectomy bras. These women will be a wonderful support system and just might have some excellent ideas and suggestions to help you as you shop for your mastectomy bra.




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Shop at stores that specialize in medical needs of women. You will find these listed in your local telephone directory or check the directory through your computer for locations and directions to such type stores. Many of these retail stores are set up as a "boutique" type retail store. Call and talk to a staff member to see if you need to set up an appointment for a fitting.




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Browse online retail sites or Internet sites that specialize in post surgery needs for women such as mastectomy bras. There are many of these retailers, so compare several for pricing and styles. Be sure to be clear on their return policies in the event that the mastectomy bra does not fit properly and must be returned.


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