Could I have allergies to silicone implants?

February 3, 2015
Asked By:rameshamini in Lorton, VA

Hello, I had breast implants done in May 2014. In December of that same year I started developing hives. I have never had hives or allergies to anything in my life and even though I have had diabetes since I was 19 years old, I have lived a fairly healthy life. It is now February and the hives have pretty much taken over my life. I can't function. I can't sleep. I am at my wits end. Please help!!! Could I be allergic to the silicone implants?

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February 4, 2015

Answer: Unlikely to be allergic to silicone

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Answer: Unlikely to be allergic to silicone

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February 4, 2015

Answer: Hives

Connie Hiers, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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February 4, 2015

Answer: Hives

Connie Hiers, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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February 4, 2015

Answer: Silicone implants do not generate an allergic response.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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February 4, 2015

Answer: Silicone implants do not generate an allergic response.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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February 6, 2015

Answer: New Onset Hives & Breast Implants

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February 6, 2015

Answer: New Onset Hives & Breast Implants

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February 4, 2015

Answer: Silicone allergy

February 4, 2015

Answer: Silicone allergy