I did not get through on the weekend, but took a friend's advice who got BC last year. She told me to switch to the HEAVY DUTY wire-free sports bras and wear it for support day and night and not to panic, as hers came back into shape. I must admit that the pain over the last couple of days has been much worse than after the operation, but my breast has a curve again, even if still a bit flat in the effected area.
I spoke to the nurse today and she agrees that the advice was excellent as I need the support while it mends, particularly having a large cup size and a large tumour removed. Apparently the shape can return as breasts do not have muscle (like I thought) and I have just moved something inside rather than pulled something. She said signs of infection to the wound would have been a major concern, but to still monitor my mend and call back if I have any more concerns. My constant business travel (with suitcase) and need to exercise again, did not help in the healing either.
I am now strapped up well and a lot happier knowing that this is normal. There was nothing about this online and I just paniced.
It just goes to show that even if you feel fine after the operation, it's worth taking things easy for some time and opting for extra support if you can.
