I am considering breast augmentation. I have a few friends who have gotten implants and are extremely happy. I am 5"4 118 pounds, with a pear shaped body. I never had a full cleavage, always been a 32A. I had a child about a year and a half ago and was breast feeding until about 2 months ago. So as I was doing my research I stumbled upon BII (Breast Implant Illness). How serious is it? How common is it? Are there any risk factors that might contribute to it aside from implants themselves?
Answer: Breast Implant Illness Breast implant illness is a phenomenon which is supported by a wealth of anecdotal data but no empiric data. Patient reports a litany of symptoms which they attribute to their implants but the connection is difficult if not impossible to prove via laboratory study.Physician scientists may recognize anecdotal data but unless it is supported by Class I empiric data, it is difficult to place a great deal of faith in it. Clinicians make decision based upon evidence based medicine. That being said, it is easier to identify what one knows rather than what one doesn't.What we do know is that by all available measures today...silicone is safe.Silicone breast implants are among the safest medical devices in use today. These devices are also among the most rigorously studied and tested medical devices currently being used in the U.S. today. It is biologically inert and in that respect no different than the titanium used for bony fixation. There has been no demonstrated link between silicone and the commonly cited myth of autoimmune disease.As always, discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon (ABPS).
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Answer: Breast Implant Illness Breast implant illness is a phenomenon which is supported by a wealth of anecdotal data but no empiric data. Patient reports a litany of symptoms which they attribute to their implants but the connection is difficult if not impossible to prove via laboratory study.Physician scientists may recognize anecdotal data but unless it is supported by Class I empiric data, it is difficult to place a great deal of faith in it. Clinicians make decision based upon evidence based medicine. That being said, it is easier to identify what one knows rather than what one doesn't.What we do know is that by all available measures today...silicone is safe.Silicone breast implants are among the safest medical devices in use today. These devices are also among the most rigorously studied and tested medical devices currently being used in the U.S. today. It is biologically inert and in that respect no different than the titanium used for bony fixation. There has been no demonstrated link between silicone and the commonly cited myth of autoimmune disease.As always, discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon (ABPS).
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Answer: When having breast implant complications, it is best to seek removal Removal of breast implants, intact or ruptured, may have positive implications if patients are symptomatic. A constellation of symptoms associated with breast implant illness, and autoimmune disease are considered when treating patients who have breast implants and are concerned about foreign body reaction. In our office, we begin this journey with a consideration of symptoms and exclusion of obvious autoimmune problems. In many of our patients, en bloc removal of breast implants with capsulectomy is important and beneficial. Further clinical evidence about breast implant illness is evolving and will continue to guide treatment. I would suggest removal if there is a possibility of foreign body reaction.
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Answer: When having breast implant complications, it is best to seek removal Removal of breast implants, intact or ruptured, may have positive implications if patients are symptomatic. A constellation of symptoms associated with breast implant illness, and autoimmune disease are considered when treating patients who have breast implants and are concerned about foreign body reaction. In our office, we begin this journey with a consideration of symptoms and exclusion of obvious autoimmune problems. In many of our patients, en bloc removal of breast implants with capsulectomy is important and beneficial. Further clinical evidence about breast implant illness is evolving and will continue to guide treatment. I would suggest removal if there is a possibility of foreign body reaction.
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September 12, 2018
Answer: Breast implant illness. How serious is it? Thank you for the question. The vast majority of patients who undergo breast augmentation surgery are pleased with their outcomes. However, as you mentioned, there are patients who feel that their breast implants contribute to a variety of illnesses. You will find, that there is no consensus among plastic surgeons, whether or not there is a link between breast implants and the medical conditions of concern.
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September 12, 2018
Answer: Breast implant illness. How serious is it? Thank you for the question. The vast majority of patients who undergo breast augmentation surgery are pleased with their outcomes. However, as you mentioned, there are patients who feel that their breast implants contribute to a variety of illnesses. You will find, that there is no consensus among plastic surgeons, whether or not there is a link between breast implants and the medical conditions of concern.
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June 8, 2017
Answer: Breast implant illness. How serious is it? Thank you for your question. In short, my answer is this....there is no such thing. This is an urban legend that is pushed by online message boards and blogs with questionable agendas and no scientific expertise. In the scientific literature and FDA investigations, there is absolutely no conclusive evidence that implants lead to any of the supposed illnesses often associated with them. Go forward with your surgeon and do not worry about this.Best of luck!
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June 8, 2017
Answer: Breast implant illness. How serious is it? Thank you for your question. In short, my answer is this....there is no such thing. This is an urban legend that is pushed by online message boards and blogs with questionable agendas and no scientific expertise. In the scientific literature and FDA investigations, there is absolutely no conclusive evidence that implants lead to any of the supposed illnesses often associated with them. Go forward with your surgeon and do not worry about this.Best of luck!
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June 7, 2017
Answer: Breast implant illness. How serious is it? Breast implants are among the most tested of medical devices. No other medical device has been studied to the extent that breast implants have. Extensive studies of tens of thousands of women with breast implants have shown that both saline and silicone implants are safe and do not produce a higher rate of autoimmune disease. After vigorous evaluation by the FDA, both are approved for cosmetic and reconstructive usage.
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June 7, 2017
Answer: Breast implant illness. How serious is it? Breast implants are among the most tested of medical devices. No other medical device has been studied to the extent that breast implants have. Extensive studies of tens of thousands of women with breast implants have shown that both saline and silicone implants are safe and do not produce a higher rate of autoimmune disease. After vigorous evaluation by the FDA, both are approved for cosmetic and reconstructive usage.
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June 7, 2017
Answer: Breast implant illness. How serious is it? Thank you for your important question. At this time, there have been many studies published that show there is no cause and effect connection between silicone implants and autoimmune diseases. Regardless of what the research studies have shown, there are some women who feel that their implants have caused illness. In this situation, they may decide to have their implants removed. When considering an augmentation, make sure you find a board-certified plastic surgeon who will speak with you in detail about your goals and will help you decide whether an augmentation is right for you.
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June 7, 2017
Answer: Breast implant illness. How serious is it? Thank you for your important question. At this time, there have been many studies published that show there is no cause and effect connection between silicone implants and autoimmune diseases. Regardless of what the research studies have shown, there are some women who feel that their implants have caused illness. In this situation, they may decide to have their implants removed. When considering an augmentation, make sure you find a board-certified plastic surgeon who will speak with you in detail about your goals and will help you decide whether an augmentation is right for you.
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