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Are my headaches and tiredness part of my capsular contracture?

I am removing my implants on 8/7/15 due to capsule contractor but lately I have very bad headaches that won't go away even after drinking ibuprofen. I also feel very tired and I want to know if this would be part of my situation with my implants?

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Dr. John J. Edney, MD
Dr. John J. Edney, MD
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Answered on Aug 8, 2015
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Dr. Connie Hiers, MD, FACS
Dr. Connie Hiers, MD, FACS
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Answered on Aug 5, 2015
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Dr. Humberto Palladino, MD, FACS
Dr. Humberto Palladino, MD, FACS
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Answered on Aug 2, 2015
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