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Can a Breast Implant That Has Folded over Be Dangerous to the Individual?

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Almost 15 years ago my mother had a Mastectomy and saline implants put in. Recently she noticed that it "folded over" and was very concerned about it. I am not sure whether or not it is causing her discomfort but it has certainly caused alarm on my end. When it comes to her health she tends to minimize issues in the hope that they will go away. I would like to get her into see someone and get this issue fixed but she is afraid that insurance will not pay? Is this dangerous? What can we do?

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