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Right here I go ! I was 25 yrs old, had breast fed...
gypsy90February 14, 2012
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Right here I go ! I was 25 yrs old, had breast fed three babies two of which were twins, I was 32A cup befor this, so after feeding them and some weight loss was left with very little, I struggled to get a bra that fit ! Anyway after some thourght and a chat with someone who'd already had implants, I decided to start and save and was soon booked in to have my silicone implants 300cc. This took me up to a 32D which looked fine with my size and build. I have to say ive been pleased with them, but now realise how little I thourght about what the future could bring and how quick the time would go by, Not thinking about the future cost of more replacements, and more operations, I guess when you want somethink so bad you dont see beyond that...Well 12 yrs later and there's been the PIP scare, Which got me thinking and worrying about what I have put inside me, But as a lucky one found out that mine are the Mcghan implants, so a sigh of relief. But that sigh of relief didnt last long. I had noticed that my left breast hadn't been feeling as soft, and was a good size bigger than the right,I left it for a few wks as thourght it might be hormones, it was around that time of the month. but three wks later and after some research I realised It had to be Capsular Contrature. Panick mode sets in ! So last wk got a oppointment with surgeon to find out for sure, and yes I was right. The surgeon had a look and instantly started saying how he could put some new ones in etc. But by this time I had decided I didnt want replacements and I just want them out asap, I dont want the worry, I carn't cope with all the hassel and the what if's, My head is in a different place now, Im 37 yrs old, Ive been married for 18yrs,and if he doesnt love me for being me by now, then it's tough LOL ! So I'm booked in for the 4th March to have them out. And have to say counting down the days...There is also a medical issue to my story, one that I had no idea about untill this last wk or so.. I have been having tests with very little outcome regarding aching joints, feeling shattered all the time and just general stuff that I was putting down to my age, The last time I saw my Rheumatologist he was coming to the conclusion of me having Lupus, A Autoimmune Disorder. Tests came back negative like all the rest.. Every test that Ive had in the past 5 yrs because of my symptoms have came back with no definate result... Now this is scary stuff as I have now seen on many of these sites how many other woman have also been suffering with the same sypmtoms as me. It would seem there is a definate connection with Breast Implants. and if its not,then its a big coinsidence.! Well thats about it for now, I will get some photos on at some point, befor and afters. And I am nervous about how saggy I will be..but there are some fab padded bras now and theres always those chicken fillets LOL ! To be honest all the women on here that have put photos on all look a lot better after having them out, so i'm keeping my fingers crossed so will I. Cost for removal of implants £2800.
Replies (30)
February 14, 2012
Hi gypsy90, I understand your position, when I got my pips in 2005, I had 10 years warranty, with tough durability bla carp bla...so it won't be a while when the tough ones at this time will have unexpected scandal in near future, god forbid.
But you have made the right decision according to me n I hope your surgery goes well n u recover quick. Mine is on the 23 this month. Can't wait.
But you have made the right decision according to me n I hope your surgery goes well n u recover quick. Mine is on the 23 this month. Can't wait.
February 15, 2012
Hi golden1234, Not long for you now then ! bet ur quite excited, but nervous at the same time ! I would agree I think we are all doing the right thing,keep us up to date, and all the best !!
May 3, 2012
Hi
I'm really glad I found this site as I was reading so much negative stuff.
I've just had mine taken out 2 days ago.
Had them in for quite a few years (almost 14).
Was never told that they had to be replaced. I'm just so relieved to have them out. The only shock has been how saggy and distorted my little fired eggs are now.
Does anyone know whether exercises will make a big difference or will they regain some shape later on?
Would really like to hear from anyone whose had the same experience.
I'm really glad I found this site as I was reading so much negative stuff.
I've just had mine taken out 2 days ago.
Had them in for quite a few years (almost 14).
Was never told that they had to be replaced. I'm just so relieved to have them out. The only shock has been how saggy and distorted my little fired eggs are now.
Does anyone know whether exercises will make a big difference or will they regain some shape later on?
Would really like to hear from anyone whose had the same experience.
May 3, 2012
Lucy956...I think the first few days they do look distorted. Then it should come to shape a bit better. I wore a jogging bra in the first few weeks to hold them in place. And yes I could not even look at them in the first few weeks. Then all got better. So give it time and wear a jogging bra to hold them in place. I agree that they never told me it was good for only limit time. That docter lead me to think this was for life. Punk. I guess they all do that. ??? Good Luck to you, Ellen
May 4, 2012
Thanks Mopsie for that reasssurance. I feel a lot better hearing that. I can't look at them at the moment, but as you say it's early days yet. I do feel relieved though to be back to being my real me. I also feel very disappointed in the medical profession that told me nearly 15 years ago at the time of having them put in that they could be in for life and there would be no ruptures etc unless you hit a wall at a 100miles an hour!...totally misled. Had I known the real truth I'd never have had them in the first place. Just relieved they're out now. It's great to hear everyone else story as it makes me feel more positive......really grateful for your advice.
May 18, 2012
glad you doing well. this site is very helpful and encouraging. I am due my op on May 23rd was wondering if you or any of the other ladies had their implants over the muscle as I have read some horrible things about implants placed over the muscle and about the breast tissue and that you can end up with smaller boobs than before, I was that frightened I phoned the hospital and asked if I could have implants replaced instead. The charge is £1200.00 whether you have replaced or removed as I have PIP and the charge is just for the surgeon and anethetist (sorry if that not the right spelling. I had very small boobs before implants and very empty due to dieting since I was young. if any one could give me any answers soon as I have to make my decision very soon. You are all very brave and I wish I could be too.
May 19, 2012
I had my second appt. with my "second opinion" Dr. yesterday, I had been leaning toward not having replacements after finding this web site, but the Dr. says I have very little tissue and after removing implant, capsule, free gel etc. I will probably look deformed, so I guess even at 67 I'm not that brave. I don't want to spend the rest of my life feeing like I look like a freak (that's just me) I was a 34 A & went to a B, that's all the bigger I ever wanted. Mine was also above the muscle and I guess I'm going to take a chance on replacments (under), hope I don't regret it. I'm scheduled on July 10. Being as small as I was and thin I don't think I would look anything like some of the "after" pictures on here. I finally accepted that the final decision can only be made by me, and I have done everything I can to arrive at what I think & hope will turn out to be right for me. Will be back after surgery to let you know. Good luck, we'll need it Granny
May 30, 2012
I so want to not have the replacement but I'm afraid I'll be depressed with my empty , misshaped little sacks. I've had boobs now for 35 yrs!!
May 30, 2012
I know many women who have been extremely happy not replacing. I had mine removed on April 3rd. I had silicone implants for 15 years. I am happy I had them removed and did not have them replaced because I have had health issues and I wanted to rule that out. I don't like the way I look. I am less than an A cup and am pretty saggy and empty. They have fluffed up a bit and don't look as ugly but my plan is to get implants again in one year. I am just allowing myself an opportunity to heal and I will probably get saline next time. Good luck with your decision,
June 8, 2012
Hi grannie! Iam 55yrs old and had implants for 30 yrs. They both raptured so had them removed on 3rd april this year, surgeon said that he had to scrap them out!! I was so sore for weeks after, but not in pain. I also am quite petite and have no natural boobs, but I am quite happy not having replacements even though my right breast does look a little strange with my nipple sinking in. The surgeon said this may change after 6 months, but to be honest I doubt it! The reason I decided to not have replacements was because I didn't want to be worrying in ten years time about having to go through another operation at 65 years old. There are a lot of bras that are so much better than they were years ago for the more smaller lady and I have taken a quick look at the Silicone Sally website. This is a big decision to take and I wish you well. Good Luck!!!
June 18, 2012
I wish I were brave enough to have them removed & be done with it, my surgery date is fast approaching and I'm still not sure of the "right" thing to do but I knew I needed to make the decisions, I've been on the fence for 6 months now. So I 'm going with replacement & hoping for the best. So you're 2 &1/2 months po how r u feeling about it now?
June 18, 2012
Omsie...I agree with you ..who wants to go threw this again. Your nipple will fill in.
Your docter is correct. Approx 6 months to fill in. So don't worry. You will see. The body comes back. Just like after a baby. Some take alittle more time. You will see.
Ellen
Your docter is correct. Approx 6 months to fill in. So don't worry. You will see. The body comes back. Just like after a baby. Some take alittle more time. You will see.
Ellen
June 24, 2012
Hi Grannie
I have had similar fears, I'm worried about how I'm going to cope being flat chested again. My op is 30th July. I can't afford replacement but I'm lucky that my surgeon will remove free of charge otherwise I would be in a bigger mess. Although I did consider replacement, I don't want to have to go thru this every 10 years. I've also had a few health problems which may be linked to my implants so gonna bite the bullet and explant. Keep us posted and good luck. Ex
I have had similar fears, I'm worried about how I'm going to cope being flat chested again. My op is 30th July. I can't afford replacement but I'm lucky that my surgeon will remove free of charge otherwise I would be in a bigger mess. Although I did consider replacement, I don't want to have to go thru this every 10 years. I've also had a few health problems which may be linked to my implants so gonna bite the bullet and explant. Keep us posted and good luck. Ex
July 5, 2012
Hi,Andee,.I am just curious why you removed if you want to implant again? I only ask because this is my fear.
July 5, 2012
As I stated in my post, I have been having health issues for over a year. I needed to rule out my silicone implants so I decided to explant and not replace. I also wanted to see if maybe I would like how I looked without implants. It turns out it wasn't my implants making me sick and I hate how I look. I didn't have huge implants. I was a small C. Now I can 't even get dressed without having to use inserts - otherwise I look like a surf board. I would be happy if I had a full A cup but all I was left with is saggy skin that doesn't even fill an A cup. It's not pretty. I know a lot of women who look great and are happy. I don't regret my explant because I had already planned on replacing them since they were 15 years old. Good luck with your decision.
February 16, 2012
I really think you have made the right decision, and I bet you feel a whole heap better once they are gone. Who really knows what these things do to us in the long run. I bet your body will feel really free agian and your immune system will breathe a sigh of relief.
Would you believe it, when I first had mine done I was never told that they would need to be replaced!!!! was a big shock to find out that I would be paying out more money every 10 years!
You already sound very possitive in your decision and I hope that this can give inspiration to others who are thinking about it.
oh and if it helps with your worries about what you will look like afterwards, my surgeon says that although they may be a bit saggy to begin with, after 6 months they will improve a huge amount and will be almost (if not completely) back to how they were before the implants! x
Would you believe it, when I first had mine done I was never told that they would need to be replaced!!!! was a big shock to find out that I would be paying out more money every 10 years!
You already sound very possitive in your decision and I hope that this can give inspiration to others who are thinking about it.
oh and if it helps with your worries about what you will look like afterwards, my surgeon says that although they may be a bit saggy to begin with, after 6 months they will improve a huge amount and will be almost (if not completely) back to how they were before the implants! x
March 3, 2012
Hi naturalagain,
I know wat u mean, when I first went with a low self esteem to meet the patient coordinator, she sold it so perfectly to a very venerable me at that time, I asked her about replacement and she said u dot need to unless they rupture. My next question then was what's the frequency of it rupturing? And she said, 'hardly' times when it's hit lit a car accident. I asked her if it wud need any maintenance replacement as such n she squeezed her boobs infront me thru her top n told me mine are so soft, natural n been in there since last 20 yrs!!! And me been so stupid at that time believed everything n went ahead rather thn coming home n doing my own research!
Keeping im mind, although even if I did come home to research, the psychology my mind was paying up wud have made me ignore all the cons or reality about the implants and only read the pros!
Oh well the best part of all this is I have firmly learnt never to go back where I once stood n second less important reason of me saying something positive about having them is im little bigger then wat I started off with....but only god knows till when???
Im still soooooo happy for everything. If I never had them in n got so fed up of them, I wud have never been able to love the smaller me. So all is well.
I know wat u mean, when I first went with a low self esteem to meet the patient coordinator, she sold it so perfectly to a very venerable me at that time, I asked her about replacement and she said u dot need to unless they rupture. My next question then was what's the frequency of it rupturing? And she said, 'hardly' times when it's hit lit a car accident. I asked her if it wud need any maintenance replacement as such n she squeezed her boobs infront me thru her top n told me mine are so soft, natural n been in there since last 20 yrs!!! And me been so stupid at that time believed everything n went ahead rather thn coming home n doing my own research!
Keeping im mind, although even if I did come home to research, the psychology my mind was paying up wud have made me ignore all the cons or reality about the implants and only read the pros!
Oh well the best part of all this is I have firmly learnt never to go back where I once stood n second less important reason of me saying something positive about having them is im little bigger then wat I started off with....but only god knows till when???
Im still soooooo happy for everything. If I never had them in n got so fed up of them, I wud have never been able to love the smaller me. So all is well.
February 23, 2012
Hi golden 1234. Well I guess todays your big day! I hope its all going well for you. And you get plenty of rest when you get back home! keep intouch with your progress...
February 25, 2012
Hi gypsy90,
Yea my explantation's over n went well, im recovery quick, taking plenty of rest n hardly feel too much pain, I can sometimes feel the incisions when I move, otherwise I'm good. I've uploaded my pics on my profile. Im happy with the results being the first day, I feel im filling up with time and they look slightly better day by day. Hope you are all set for the 4th?
Yea my explantation's over n went well, im recovery quick, taking plenty of rest n hardly feel too much pain, I can sometimes feel the incisions when I move, otherwise I'm good. I've uploaded my pics on my profile. Im happy with the results being the first day, I feel im filling up with time and they look slightly better day by day. Hope you are all set for the 4th?
UPDATED FROM gypsy90
1 day post
Hi all, yesterday was my explant, at last ! went...
gypsy90March 5, 2012
Hi all, yesterday was my explant, at last ! went into theatre 12.20pm woke in recovery 1.15pm so didnt take long, no pain at all ,what a relief...can move arms etc,just a bit sleepy , got taken back to my room, had water to drink and just rested, after short while and tea and biscuits felt fine no probs, orderd my lunch which was lovely, ate that, and was told to drink as much as possible , they like you to go and have a wee !! I dont have bandages on or a bra, infact been told not to wear a bra for now, I have two plasters underneath, which cover the little strips where the scar is,oh and no drains.
My boobs are very empty ,but they were befor implants from breast feeding so not shocked, I think they will hang better when the plasters are off as they are kind of making them stick up funny LOL have to say so pleased I have no pain, they have sent me home with antibiotics and pain relief tabs if I need them but havent as yet,
As for the Capsular Contracture in my left breast it would seem when they opened me up there was no evidence, surgeon said he couldnt understand why I was having the problems even though he said himself at my first appoinment yes Capsular Contracture as it was hard and begining to move up.. so I did feel a little cheated, as that was the main reason at that moment in time I wanted them removed.
So I had to remind myself of all the health issues ive been having, and hopefully now after explant will start to resolve , and hopefully in a few monthe time I will be back to being full of life and not falling alseep at the drop of a hat.!! photos will follow soon !!
My boobs are very empty ,but they were befor implants from breast feeding so not shocked, I think they will hang better when the plasters are off as they are kind of making them stick up funny LOL have to say so pleased I have no pain, they have sent me home with antibiotics and pain relief tabs if I need them but havent as yet,
As for the Capsular Contracture in my left breast it would seem when they opened me up there was no evidence, surgeon said he couldnt understand why I was having the problems even though he said himself at my first appoinment yes Capsular Contracture as it was hard and begining to move up.. so I did feel a little cheated, as that was the main reason at that moment in time I wanted them removed.
So I had to remind myself of all the health issues ive been having, and hopefully now after explant will start to resolve , and hopefully in a few monthe time I will be back to being full of life and not falling alseep at the drop of a hat.!! photos will follow soon !!
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March 5, 2012
so happy for you that it went well - if its any help mine are looking better by the day, so dont judge yours yet. They have been through rather a lot so give them a bit of love and be patient with them.
enjoy the rest and keep telling yourself - you have so made the right decision!
sending a big virtual hug xx
enjoy the rest and keep telling yourself - you have so made the right decision!
sending a big virtual hug xx
March 6, 2012
Thanks naturalagain, Glad you are feeling a lot better now, I should hopefully get some photos on later today, Im still feeling good, will be glad to get the plasters off as they seem to be more of a pain than anything else.but all good otherwise, Big smiles all round ! x
March 8, 2012
Hi gypsy, how r u getting along babes?
March 10, 2012
Hey golden1234, all good hows you ? ive just put some pics on.. going to get the plasters off tomoz. so should be better, and hopefully can shower then and start massaging with Bio oil. hope you are still feeling great ? I really dont think we will ever regret having them out do u ? xx
UPDATED FROM gypsy90
6 days post
Right just got round to putting some photos on, a...
gypsy90March 10, 2012
Right just got round to putting some photos on, a before explant and a 2 days after explant, I will be having the plasters taken off tommorrow, sunday 11th march. Its really strange how happy I am with my "au natural boobies" . guess Ive grown up a lot in 12 yrs and I'm now comfy in my own skin. dont regret having them removed one bit :0)
Havent had any pain, or discomfort, I did try some bras on yesterday and with stretching my arms up I did slightly feel tender, but nothing major, back to doing house duties that doesnt involve over doing it .And I am returning to work on monday after having a wk off. So will see how I go there.
Havent had any pain, or discomfort, I did try some bras on yesterday and with stretching my arms up I did slightly feel tender, but nothing major, back to doing house duties that doesnt involve over doing it .And I am returning to work on monday after having a wk off. So will see how I go there.
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March 10, 2012
Hi gypsy. You look sooo much better now they're gone. I'm glad you're having an easy recovery and I hope your health gets better. Take it easy on yourself. You'll soon see them filiing out again. x
March 10, 2012
Hi back to normal. Yes all good here !! :0) Glad you think the new me is a better one, I do too...funny isnt it how our opinions have changed regarding fake n natural. I didnt realise just how round and ball shaped mine were untill the pic !! Hope you are feeling good and happy with your new self !! xx
March 10, 2012
Yes I'm well thanks. I feel so much better about myself, especially at the gym. I don't feel like I'm being stared at now, I'm just like the other ladies there. I have also been told by my colleagues that know about this that I have a happy glow I didn't have before. It's all good!
March 10, 2012
Hi gypsy,
Wow u look so much better without them!
It is amazing how we worried before for the outcome n look at us now, can't stop admiring them.
U will fill n fluff up everyday, im surprised the way im filling up daily.
All the best for tomorrow, im happy for u.
Wow u look so much better without them!
It is amazing how we worried before for the outcome n look at us now, can't stop admiring them.
U will fill n fluff up everyday, im surprised the way im filling up daily.
All the best for tomorrow, im happy for u.
March 12, 2012
bet you are over the moon with your new look. i think your new natural breasts look so much sexier and prettier that the silicone ones - what were we all thinking when we had them put in?????!!!
If you are anything like me (and our boobies are rather similar) you'll find yourself loving them more each day, and if like my PS says they take a full 6 months to recover and improve thats a whole heap of loving :-) xx
If you are anything like me (and our boobies are rather similar) you'll find yourself loving them more each day, and if like my PS says they take a full 6 months to recover and improve thats a whole heap of loving :-) xx
March 13, 2012
hi, golden and naturalagain, yes I agree with you both, and I must get another pic on soon, coz like you say they keep changing, I just hope its not fluid, coz at the moment they are bigger than they were before implants, I must do a propper measurement and see, Had to laugh when golden said about admiring them LOL Ive become a bit of a flasher LOL, Bet my hubby is sick of seeing them !! :0)
March 13, 2012
Gypsy90 , they do look so cute without the implants! Did you have them over or under the muscle? Have they started to "fluff" (as you all say) yet seeing as it has been a week already?
March 13, 2012
Hi,p.sanchez512, My implants were under the muscle, and I do think they seem to be filling out a little I have an hand full shall we say ! they are definately bigger than before, I was bearly a A cup before implants. the bra's I was trying on the other day were a B cup. Must measure ! are yours under or over muscle ? if your worrying about how painfull it might be ,DONT . I was too, because of how bad it was when I had them put in. I can say hand on heart ive had no pain at all, But I guess it also has alot to do with your surgeon, and how much capsule they remove, I asked my surgeon and he said he would take what he could, Any thing else dont be afraid to ask:0)
March 13, 2012
Mine are over the muscle. Im not so much worried about the pain, I have read conflicting articles that say you will have better results after explanting if they are under the muscle cause it preserves more tissue as opposed to over which squishes the tissue.It's funny if I had researched getting the implants as much as I have with getting them taken out Im 99.9% sure I would have never gotten them in the first place!!
March 13, 2012
hi p.sanches512 - my first implants were over the muscle and my second set were underneath so Ive had the best (or worst) of both worlds!
am going to post some more pics today and as I hope you will agree they look so much better now. I am so happy with the results, infact I couldnt have dreamed that I would as happy with them as i am now ! :-)
am going to post some more pics today and as I hope you will agree they look so much better now. I am so happy with the results, infact I couldnt have dreamed that I would as happy with them as i am now ! :-)
March 14, 2012
Oh yes , I know what you mean about the research, ! But as naturalagain mentions she has had both and is still very pleased with the outcome of her explant, I too have read an article somewhere on the net regarding explant over muscle, and the tissue being more squashed, but I would imagine with time it will still fluff back, and there are ladies on here with the same situation, and are still very pleased with outcome, I'm sure its just a case of a little extra time.for them to perk back into life ! keep positive, !
March 15, 2012
hi p,sanchez,
Aww..pls dont worry too much of the outcome from now, looking at everyones pics on here helped me alot, mine were under and i read these articles too about over n under, but i guess all i can say is, wherever they are in one's body the best part is our bodies are made to adapt to the natural shape, and within no time yur eyes and mind will adapt to the new u...never to look back.
So dont get put off with over n under as yul fill up as soon as your tissues find space inside your breast to move back to. keep updating pls.
Aww..pls dont worry too much of the outcome from now, looking at everyones pics on here helped me alot, mine were under and i read these articles too about over n under, but i guess all i can say is, wherever they are in one's body the best part is our bodies are made to adapt to the natural shape, and within no time yur eyes and mind will adapt to the new u...never to look back.
So dont get put off with over n under as yul fill up as soon as your tissues find space inside your breast to move back to. keep updating pls.
March 13, 2012
You look so good! I am about your size so it makes me feel so much better about my surgery on April 3rd. I will be posting my story and pictures soon. Post another picture soon - I know that you will just keep improving. I agree with you about feeling so much for confident - for me it's been 15yrs. I can't wait to take them out and be me again and never think about or worry about them.
March 23, 2012
Just over a wk now for you ! just think this time in two wks you will have your before and afters on here , with a big glowing smile on your face ! it will be here before you know it :0)
I'm sorry you've gone through feeling unwell and but glad you can get these out. Hopefully your health will bounce right back as soon as you're natural again! Thank you so much for sharing your story here on RealSelf.