Heathermomster Posted February 23, 2018 Share Posted February 23, 2018 A friend is having a double mastectomy soon with reconstructive surgery later. What helps and comfort items would help relieve the recovery process? Meals and childcare helps are covered. Thank-you, ~h Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hornblower Posted February 23, 2018 Share Posted February 23, 2018 I'm gonna link you to the surgery prep thread on the breast cancer boards for ideas https://community.breastcancer.org/forum/91/topics/699896?page=6#idx_151 make sure any lotions etc are non scented. Lots of people experience nausea from the anesthetics and scents make things worse. If she has a laZBoy recliner thing, she might want to sleep in that for a while. If not consider arranging a loan or rental. Dealing with drains is the biggest complaint so you'll see some recommendations for specific shirts that can help with drains.... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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