I have been ill (disabled) for nearly 7 years. I started having symptoms 6 months after silicone implants & am totally disabled due to a "mystery illness". In June it will be 10 years and that's their shelf life anyway. I am not dependent on my pacemaker, in fact, I don't use it at all. It's just there for "insurance". I have some electrical issues, yet my heart is perfectly healthy. Will a surgeon have an issue agreeing to explant me and remove the capsule as well (using cautery tools)?
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Answer: Will a surgeon explant silicone breast implants with someone with a pacemaker?
This question is best answered by your surgeon who is most familiar with the details of your surgery and how you've been progressing through recovery. The time frame to remove the tape will depend on the tape used. For example if steri strips are used they can stay on essentially until they...
Yes it's perfectly normal for this to occur based upon the limited photos you have submitted. See your plastic surgeon who can give you the best advice. Good luck!
When removing implants it is recommended to have the capsules removed along with the implants if they are silicone and have ruptured, or if the the capsules are thickened or causing issues. If they are thin and not causing concerns then it is an option to leave the capsules behind. If you are...
