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Leakage? I had a mastectomy 7 years ago.

Cassie1988
I have a silicone implant. Most recently I have been experiencing a localized burning sensation in that breast. Last night the burning woke me up. Time for an MRI? Is this a common symptom with silicone leakage?

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