I wanted to get them removed but I found out I am 6 weeks pregnant. My boobs are in evan more pain that they already were its almost unbearable I cry and they sweat in pain before I new i was pregnant I was taking Tylenol. Can they be removed while pregnant. I am so scared to keep them in and having to deal with this pain more or if the pain gets worse I also think I have implant illness. They are under the muscle. Thank you
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Hello @Olive87, thank you for your question. Sometimes breast implant removal can cause alterations in the chest wall or breast tissue, such as indentations. This is usually more evident in women with larger implants, as the larger the implant, the more it can alter the natural anatomy over time...
The body can sometimes reabsorb small foreign objects or capsules left inside, but it depends on various factors. Some objects may be broken down or expelled naturally, while others may require medical intervention for removal. It’s essential to consult a healthcare professional if you suspect s...
Typically in patients who have had a breast implant placed through an armpit incision (transaxillary breast augmentation) later implant removal is safely and effectively done through a crease incision. This allows straight forward access to the implant and the fold incision generally heals quite...