Can I Get Implants Removed While Pregnant

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They are causing me a lot of health problems since shortly after getting them. I just realized that all my unexplainable symptoms aligned with that timeframe. Now, my breasts hurt and I just want them gone, I'm having anxiety over this. I am 18 weeks pregnant, can I get them removed now? Is local anesthesia an option?

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

Good day! It is best to wait for your hormones to normalize and your body recovered after pregnancy before undergoing any major surgery. Breast implant removal will require a lot of medication that can harm your body and your baby. Your body will undergo a lot of stress and discomfort during and after the procedure. Ask your surgeon and your OBGYN about this and discuss other options to relieve pain. Best of luck! #RealSelf100

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.

	No, I do not think you should get any type of elective surgery while you are pregnant.  You will be taking a big risk that you do not need to take.

	Wait until after you have your baby to undergo surgery just to be safe.

	Good Luck!

Jeffrey W. Hall, MD · Answer

I would strongly recommend you avoid any elective surgery during pregnancy.  It is best not to risk anything that would add stress while pregnant.  If you feel it is a medical necessity, I suggest you speak with a board certified physician regarding your concerns.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

I would not do any elective procedure on a patient during pregnancy. If the implants were infected, that is a different story.  If you are unhappy with having the implants then you will have to wait until after the delivery.

Samir Shureih, MD · Answer

I can not understand why you waited till you are prgnant. Implants can be removed under local anesthesia. The capsule can not be removed.

	Surgery is a stress and a trauma even under local anesthesia. I WOULD NOT DO A PURELY ELECTIVE PROCEDURE ON A PREGNANT WOMAN. EVEN THOUGH THE RISKS ARE SMALL, WHY TAKE ANY RISK.???????????????

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