Could I Be Allergic to my Breast Implants?

The type of
allergic reaction that you’re describing appears to be a contact
dermatitis.This type of allergy usually
occurs in response to agents that come into direct contact with the
patient.In most cases, this is related
to surgical dressings, surgical prep solutions, medications, and support bras.This type of reaction doesn’t occur
with silicone implants.It’s important
to realize that silicone is an extremely inert material and its presence is
ubiquitous in our environment.It’s important that you see a
dermatologist or allergist who can evaluate this problem if it fails to
improve.In the interim, it’s
appropriate to continue Benadryl and steroid creams.

Allergy to breast implants is very unusual. Most likely you are having a reaction to the adhesive and on the dressing. However, you should consult with your surgeon to ensure that nothing more serious is occurring. Good Luck.

It is highly unlikely that you are allergic to your breast implants. Having said that, blood obtained from individuals with silicone implants may contain antibodies which is typical of an reaction to a foreign body but the true significance of these antibodies is not known nor are they felt to be related to any disease condition.
It is far more likely that you are allergic to the adhesive dressing which is very common or to other components of the peri-operative care.
It is exceptionally common now, to use antibiotic solutions when washing out the breast implant pocket. Very standard antibiotics are used but it is possible that you were exposed to a medication to which you had a previously unrecognized allergy. These commonly include gentamycin, ancef (cefazolin), and bacitracin. An allergy to the latter is a possibility.
I hope this helps.

There are no reports of allergic reactions to gel or saline implants. It sounds as if you have a reaction to the adhesive dressing, known as contact dermatitis.

Hi there-
Implants do not cause problems like the one you are experiencing.
It sounds like you are experiencing a contact dermatitis- which means your skin is reacting in an allergic fashion to something it came into contact with. This can be a detergent, a fabric, or just about anything else that might have touched your skin.
I would let your plastic surgeon know about it and make an appointment to see your family doctor or dermatologist.
Hope you feel better.