Implant removal after MS diagnosis?

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I am 45 being diagnosed with MS. I have lesions in brain and swine and symptoms including numb hand, stiff legs and urgency incontinence. With hindsight I believe my symptoms started prior to BA. I am however concerned that having implants may exacerbate my autoimmune response. My surgeon removed a lot of my natural tissue so I anticipate an especially deflated/concave outcome if I do explant, but if removing them could help I will. Scared and grateful for any advice.

Shaher W. Khan, MD · Answer

Thank you for asking. Per the FDA and the maufacturer themselves, autoimmune diseases are known to be linked to breast implants. I suggest that if you are having symptoms to consult with a plastic surgeon that will remove not only the implant but the capsule as well by performing an En bloc or 100% total capsulectomy.

Ira H. Rex lll, MD · Answer

Breast implants have not been associated with auto immune disease as of now, and there has been no suggestion at all that multiple sclerosis would be affected by implants. I wish you well with your difficult medical problem.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear perkeroo,
it is best to discuss this with your neurologist. If he/she recommends implant removal you can find plastic surgeon to perform the surgery. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

From an autoimmune standpoint, your implants may not be presenting any problems. However, with implants, you always have the risk of needing another surgery. Should your MS progress, having elective surgery may not be wise.  If you are not ready to go down to low volume, you might consider exchanging for something smaller and doing skin tightening with Morpheus or even a lift.  You then would have new implants. I suggest discussing your concerns with your neurologist and how well you are doing with MS and how quickly it is progressing. If you are fairly stable, consider just keeping what you have or going smaller, so when removed, the change will not be so drastic.

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