I Have Lupus and Im Considering Breast Augmentation. Will my Immune System Attack the Implant?

This is a very difficult call. You should definitely seek advice from someone who specializes in lupus, usually a rheumatologist.Regardless, this is what you will find when you read the insert that comes with breast implants:PrecautionsSpecific PopulationsSafety and effectiveness have not been established in patients with the following:• Autoimmune diseases (e.g., lupus and scleroderma).• A compromised immune system (for example, currently receiving immunosuppressive therapy).

You are going to take longer to heal.Antibiotics won't prevent an infection.Have explored other alternatives.  Fat grafting is a valuable tool in breast surgery. This technique has gained more popularity
over the past 7 years. There are many
techniques used to harvest the fat, process the fat and then re-inject the fat.
Conventional suction lipectomy is performed with a small diameter cannula,
processed by separating the liquid and fibrous tissue from the fat, and then
placed into syringes for re-injection or through a closed system.



Please find an experienced Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
and member of the Aesthetic Society using the Smart Beauty Guide. These Plastic Surgeons can guide you on all
aspects of facial surgery, breast augmentation and body procedures including
tummy tucks or mommy makeovers!

Thank you for your question. You are definitely at a higher risk of having issues with an implant with the lupus history. You will need to have a meeting with your doctor managing the lupus, and the Board Certified Plastic Surgeon doing your surgery. They can evaluate the severity of your lupus versus the surgery, and the risk profile which emerges. They can then develop a plan for you. I hope this helps.