Low grade fever and dizziness after explantation of breast implants. Can it be from the toxic effect of silicone on the CNS?

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I had PIP implants put in 10 years ago with no problems. 5 weeks ago I started to have seroma in my left breast and low grade fever. MRI and ultrasound showed no rupture. Aspirational citology tests were negative. After aspiration I started to feel a little dizzy when walking.After explantation doctor said the implant was leaking in one pinhole(he has the implant) Looks like at the aspiration they poked it.Post op I am still dizzy with a low grade fever. Before aspiration there was no dizziness.

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and I am sorry to hear of your recovery difficulties.  It is always best to address any symptoms with your surgeon as there can be more common causes of your low grade fever and dizziness - stress response of surgery, anesthesia side effects, pain medication use, possible infection, diminished lung ventilation, etc.  I would reach out to your surgeon and voice your concerns so that a workup can be pursued to make you feel better.  Best wishes!

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

I'm sorry you are not feeling well after your surgery.  It's not possible to say whether the symptoms you are experiencing are related to your implant or another cause.  I recommend contacting your surgeon to discuss the situation further as it's important that infection be addressed if present.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

I'm sorry to hear about the problems you are experiencing after breast implant removal surgery. I would suggest, based on the description of dizziness and fevers, that you seek medical attention now.  Let your plastic surgeon know of your situation and have him/her guide you.  It will be important to rule out  complications such as infection. Best wishes.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Agibagi15,there have been numerous studies on the safety and efficacy of silicone breast implants. The FDA has approved them to be safe and breast augmentation is the most common cosmetic surgical procedure performed in the United States every year. Implants are much different than they used to be with rigorous testing and cohesive gel. I can't tell you how happy my breast augmentation patients have been with their implants.Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Low grade fever and dizziness after explantation of breast implants. Can it be from the toxic effect of silicone on the CNS?

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