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Three capsules on right breast lead me to implant removal….what a roller coaster. - Newport Beach, CA
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I'm a 28 year old who got implants put in November...
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I'm a 28 year old who got implants put in November 2009. I loved them and was very pleased with how they turned out. About six months later my right breast began to harden and I formed a capsule. I had the capsule removed December 2010. Like before, about six months later-the capsule was back. I was'n ready to have them taken out- so I went in again to have the capsule removed a second time…..unfortunately this time my breast tissue was so thinned out from the other surgeries that they had to put in cadaver to thicken up my tissue. I kept my fingers crossed that things would be different that time. Well……..Here I'm now with the capsule back as usual and I'm finally throwing in the surrender flag. I'm tired of spending the money, going into multiple surgeries and having to go through the recovery almost every year since I've had them done. I got married in August, started graduate school in September and am at a place in my life that I'm finally ready to close the chapter on having huge fake boobs. That being said, I have always struggled with body image issues, and know that this will be an emotional journey for me to walk down. I could use the support of women who have gone down this road ahead of me- and know what its like to go through these changes in body image.
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Day of treatment
day of surgery
i hurt :((( im glad the pain is only on the side that had the capsule, but it still sucks. my PS removed ALOT of scar tissue she said-and that pain is expected.
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December 20, 2013
Wow, you've had a rough road, haven't you poor girl? I'm sorry you had to go through all that, but you have better days ahead! It is an emotional journey, of that there is no doubt. I'm still struggling with my appearance post-explant, but I'm not sorry I did it. Keep us posted - we are all here for you if you need support! :) Hope you feel better soon!
December 20, 2013
Yay for Implant free. I too have severe capsular contracture and can not wait to get mine out. Im sure there is going to be a lot of scraping here too... Im scared. Everyone on this site has been incredibly helpful... I have a consult with Dr Chong on Jan 6th. Im excited to meet with her. However, she does not take my insurance so I will be paying out of pocket. I guess its worth it though is she is the best. I will keep you posted. Happy you got yours out. Keep us posted!
December 20, 2013
Its an emotional ride for sure, but I am glad they are out. Dr. Chong is wonderful. When you meet her- you will feel so relieved. She is worth the money. She has made a big difference in my decision to take them out- and helping me through the past few days of healing. I couldn't use my insurance either, but since Dr. Chong did my implants originally, and removed my right capsule twice- I wanted her to be the one to take them out for good too. I go in today to have my drain taken out (THANK GOD!) You have so much support on this site and I want to say it takes a lot of courage to reach out. Feel free to message me anytime if you need to talk or vent.
December 21, 2013
That is excellent news... Im so happy to hear that. Im excited to meet her. Wish I could flash forward to me getting my drains out :) xo
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You definitely have our support! I know this can be a tough decision with the uncertainty of what you'll look like. Have you read this post by Green Temple about her experience? It's a great one.
Please keep us updated throughout this journey. There are so many wonderful women in this community here to virtually hold your hand.