Problems after implants. Could this be implant illness?

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I had implants done Dec 2021 and the past 4 months I have been sick, burning sensation in stomach, gastric, acid reflux I have never experience this before as I’m fit and healthy in the past two weeks the burning sensation is In my right breast and uncomfortable it feels like my insides are burning could this be implant illness. Implant type mentor smooth

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

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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Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

Hello, thank you for your question.  Breast implant illness is a diagnosis of exclusion. It is important to go to your family doctor to rule out the possibility of Acid reflux/ h.pylori that maybe the main cause of your symptoms. As to why it started 8 months after your surgery could possibly be unrelated. For more information please refer to our website.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

There is no specific test to diagnose breast implant illness.  It's a collection of vague symptoms that include things such as fatigue and brain fog.  I encourage you to meet with your primary care physician to discuss your your stomach issues.  You can elect to have your implants removed at any time if you choose.  I've included a video that covers more about Breast Implant Illness and implant removal that I hope you find helpful.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear LiseyPoos88,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

You need to see a medical doctor and be checked for food allergies which could be causing or contributing to your GI problems. Your doctor can also prescribe medication and send you for an endoscopy exam for biopsies if needed. I would suggest also letting your plastic surgeon check your breasts for a possible capsule.

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