Can silicone breast implants exacerbate asthma?

July 10, 2023
Asked By:amylouise23 in Scotland, United Kingdom

I’ve heard silicone implants can make asthma worse is this true and why would that be? I’m getting silicone implants end of this month and I’m worried it might affect it.

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Answer: Breast implants vs Asthma

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Answer: Breast implants vs Asthma

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Answer: Silicone safety

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