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How hard will it be to remove capsules 1 year post explant and how much will this cost me here in the UK?

v10letOct 1, 2016
I have terrible breast pain, when I say this it's not that my breasts hurt to touch. They ache and feel bruised. My ribs ache and I still have pain and weakness in my arms. My implants had ruptured 4 years before I had them taken out last year. ( unbeknown to me at first and then found out whilst I was pregnant. I'm still not right and my pain is getting worse. I have seen ps who is not willing to remove capsules.i know this is because nhs won't help me! I really need them out!!!!!

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If your capsules are thickened or causing issues they are typically removed at the time of explant. If they are not causing issues you can elect to have them removed or leave them behind. The surgery to remove them is more involved than simple implant removal and therefore it is recommended...

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I'm sorry you are disappointed with your results. I encourage you to begin by speaking with your surgeon about your disappointment. It is possible she/he will work with you to resolve your concerns. If you are not able to come to a resolution you can consider other options at that time.

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Typically if the capsules are thickened or are causing issues they are removed along with the implants. I encourage you to discuss your concerns with your surgeon. If you are uncomfortable with the response there is no harm in seeking a second opinion.

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