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I had silicone implants in the 70s with no problems. Now I'm in my 70s am due a mammogram. Can my implants be left in?

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ItsbyJul 15, 2015

I found a nodule a week or so ago, then if seem to spread out. My implants are silicone, with only expected capsule. I a happy to leave them be, I am scheduled for a mammogram in August, and will not have chemo. I will assume pain relief is given. Thanks

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