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I have a total body skin outbreak (looks like Morphea). All lab work is normal. Could this be from silicone implants?

My implants are encapsulated on both sides and are 30 years old.

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Dr. Ven Erella, MD
Dr. Ven Erella, MD
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Answered on Oct 1, 2017
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