I'm Considering Breast Implants but I'm Concerned Because I Have Fibromyalgia. Am I Not a Good Canadate Do to my Syndrome?

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I'm Considering Breast Implants but I'm Concerned Because I Have Fibromyalgia.  Am I Not a Good Canadate Do to my Syndrome?

Eric T. Emerson, MD, FACS · Answer

There does not appear to be any quality evidence that patients with fibromyalgia are not  good candidate for breast augmentation.  There were a number bogus anecdotal and TV reports in the 1990's that reported an association between silicone implants and rheumatologic disease, including fibromyalgia.  Since that time, however, there have been a multitude of high quality epidemiological studies that show no association between silicone implants and any rheumatologic disease.

	There does not, therefore, appear to be any contraindication to proceeding with breast augmentation in patients with fibromyalgia.  Post-operative pain management may be more difficult in patients with this process, however. I would suggest that you consult with your internist or rheumatologist prior to proceeding with surgery.  Good luck.

J. Jason Wendel, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Having fibromyalgia does not prevent you from getting breast implants. However, you may experience more postsurgical pain that usual.

	You may want to discuss with your surgeon to see if you are a candidate for going above the muscle instead of under the muscle.

	I would also recommend that you avoid very large implants as this could possibly aggravate any neck or back pain that you may have.

	I hope this helps.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question.

	Assuming the fibromyalgia is &ldquo;well-controlled&rdquo; and you have been cleared by your managing physician for the breast augmentation procedure,  fibromyalgia is not a contraindication to breast augmentation surgery. Your intenist may also have recommendations regarding medication/pain management around the time of the your  surgery.

	I hope this helps.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

There are no studies in the literature that supports the concept that breast implants cause or potentiate the fibromyalgia problems.

David Finkle, MD · Answer

Women with fibromyalgia can proceed with breast implant placement.  All patients should undergo a complete history and physical with their plastic surgeon to determine if they are a good candidate for the procedure.  Adjustments to medications and post op care should be discussed.

	The implant controversy in the 1990's centered around silicone get implants and autoimmune diseases.  The implants were pulled off the market for 14 years and then after extensive testing and studies were released back on the market by the FDA in 2006.  The new silicone get implants were not associated with any autoimmune diseases.  If you have any hesitation about using silicone gel, then I would recommend using saline implants instead.

	Good Luck!

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