This will be clarified the day of surgery with your discharge papers. While the dressing is in place, it must stay clean and dry. You will be able to return home after the procedure. You should wear a supportive bra after the procedure for comfort. A supportive bra will help minimize pulling on the biopsy site by from the weight of your breast.
Some women sleep with their bra on the first few nights after a biopsy.
Many women return to work and their normal activity the day after surgery. You may need to limit those activities which involve heavy lifting or strenuous arm movements. If a dressing is placed over the site you should ask your doctor for approval. The doctor may write a prescription for pain medication for any discomfort you may have. Do not be alarmed if you notice bruising around the area.