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Time to Remove my Implants.....second Set of Implants Causing Pain - Boston, MA
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In 2004 I had saline implants put in at the age of...
9876November 19, 2014
In 2004 I had saline implants put in at the age of 24! I went from a 32 a to a 32full b/small c. They were 275 filled to 300. I had no problems with them and the doctor (Lenny Roudner in Miami) did a fantastic job.
Over the next ten years I had three kids and nursed them all for about a year. My right breast started to become laterally displaced and was losing volume. I contacted my original surgeon and he was going to be out of the country for three months. Because my one implant was getting smaller and smaller I made the stupid decision to find another surgeon in Miami.
I told this doctor (self titled "boob god") numerous times I wanted to be the same size just needed the fallen boob back in place. He said I needed to do a benelli lift on one side to fix the problem. I woke up with 397 silicone implants that were way too big with terrible rippling. After numerous complaints my surgeon told me to get a life and never contact him or the office again.
My right breast was numb for about 6 months after the surgery and all of a sudden it became very painful. My skin felt as if it was on fire and my breast was throbbing all the time. My right arm was going numb and my right hand would get freezing cold.
I finally found a new surgeon who has been wonderful. Dr Darrow in Boston came highly recommended for his talent and bedside manner. He told me it seemed as if I have nerve damage and the best chance of being pain free was to remove the implants all together. It has been an emotional journey but I am ready to have my Life back and never to worry about my breasts again! I'll keep you all posted and will upload pics soon!!!!
Over the next ten years I had three kids and nursed them all for about a year. My right breast started to become laterally displaced and was losing volume. I contacted my original surgeon and he was going to be out of the country for three months. Because my one implant was getting smaller and smaller I made the stupid decision to find another surgeon in Miami.
I told this doctor (self titled "boob god") numerous times I wanted to be the same size just needed the fallen boob back in place. He said I needed to do a benelli lift on one side to fix the problem. I woke up with 397 silicone implants that were way too big with terrible rippling. After numerous complaints my surgeon told me to get a life and never contact him or the office again.
My right breast was numb for about 6 months after the surgery and all of a sudden it became very painful. My skin felt as if it was on fire and my breast was throbbing all the time. My right arm was going numb and my right hand would get freezing cold.
I finally found a new surgeon who has been wonderful. Dr Darrow in Boston came highly recommended for his talent and bedside manner. He told me it seemed as if I have nerve damage and the best chance of being pain free was to remove the implants all together. It has been an emotional journey but I am ready to have my Life back and never to worry about my breasts again! I'll keep you all posted and will upload pics soon!!!!
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November 21, 2014
Not sure if you are willing to post pictures but it would really help me. I have silicone implants placed 6 mos ago and would love to see how your benelli looks once explant occurs, I am having issues and contemplating downsizing or removal.. It is an emotional journey, hang in there, prayers ur way!!
November 22, 2014
It is super emotional and scary. I replaced mine once and it was a terrible decision. The sooner you explant the sooner you'll feel better and your akin retardation will be better. Since I just had surgery I will post head on pictures. In the meant I have a few with clothes!!!
November 22, 2014
Don't worry it's gonna take time, you look tiny and I am too there's not too much breast tissue within time it be ok I'm praying . It's been emotional for me too, but makes it easier because I have a supportive husband . I will keep I posted we need to stay positive we don't need boobs to define us:)
UPDATED FROM 9876
Day of treatment
Got them out today!
9876November 22, 2014
I had my explant done today and it went vey well. I have very little squishy wrinkly boobs but I'm hoping things tighten up and smooth out!!!
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November 22, 2014
I think you look great! Here's to a full and healthy recovery :)
Also, did you have a capsulectomy?
November 22, 2014
I got the done yesterday too keep me posted on progress
November 23, 2014
I saw mine this morning and let's say I cried, but he told me to wait I had them for 12 years it would take time. I feel fine other than emotional . I think it will improve tho u?
November 23, 2014
I haven't cried but I've wanted to! I feel so good otherwise. It my boobs look like they are melting off my body. I have my first post op tomorrow so in curious what he will say. I have thought about doing a fat transfer in the future is they don't get better but who knows. Mine need serious help at this moment!
November 23, 2014
Lol it's early tho I'm trying to stay positve and gives body time. I'm praying a lot lol
November 24, 2014
I'll pray for you too! If my doc gives me good advice tomorrow I will pass it along. I started taking gelatin too in my morning smoothie so I'm hoping that helps!!!
November 24, 2014
I ordered it also on Amazon seems like good responses about it on amazon also
November 22, 2014
He didn't pit ace bandage on you?
November 22, 2014
Congrats on making it to the other side and best of luck with your recovery! Thanks for sharing your story.
November 23, 2014
Great Job! They will fill out and, your physician is right, all the pain will go away and all the proper feeling will return. Wait for the Fluff Fairy and rest...God Bless...
UPDATED FROM 9876
3 days post
Not looking so good
9876November 24, 2014
I was supposed to have my first post op appointment with my doctor today but he got stuck in surgery. His assistant assured me he would call me tonight but I haven't heard from him yet. I am left with ZERO boobs. I have nothing in my upper pole and a puddle of skin under my nipple. Everything feels very mushy and loose. I am keeping my chin up as I know it can take months to heal and worse case I can have a lift to tighten up my skin. Of all the pics I've seen online my breasts look among the worse! Yikes!!!!
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November 25, 2014
I know we are our own worse critics. Try and give your body some time to rejuvenate. I can say that I think the pic you showed looking down showing cleavage looks great so there must must some breast tissue left to give this effect. In the mean time while you're giving your body a chance to get back to its pre-implant self you can purchase nice bras that can give you some uplift and/or cleavage. You're a petite woman so I don't expect huge breasts but like I said from what I can see u think you look fantastic and proportionate. I haven't tried it yet cause my explant isn't til Jan 14 but some women have stated the wireless body bra by Victoria secret is pretty good. Maybe you can check that out. Again please don't be hard on yourself. It took time to get this way so it's gonna take time to get back. Hugs:-)
November 25, 2014
Thanks so much! I actually bought two of those bras today and love them! My doc doesn't have me bound tight and told me to wear a real bra when I feel ready. I think that pic looking down was because I had a compression bandage on pushing everything up and there was some swelling. I have a chest of a ballet dancer which I actually think is beautiful. (If only I had the lower body to match). My concerns are over the excess skin and the drooping in the lower pole. I KNOW things will only get better but I'm nervous! I won't let me husband see...is that terrible???
November 25, 2014
Yes! How long have u been married? I let my husband see. He doesn't care he just said don't lose your butt then we will have problems lol he's never been boob guy
November 25, 2014
No it's not terrible as you letting your husband see you comes from a comfort that's felt within. So if you're feeling a bit insecure about your "new" body it makes total sense that you don't want him to see. As time goes on your breasts and skin will get better and tighter thus increasing your self esteem as it relates to your breasts. And you're completely correct, ballet dancers have beautiful bodies and breasts. Again, personally I think you look fantastic.
The bras seem to be getting great reviews. I definitely have to check them out after my surgery.
November 25, 2014
I think boobs are overrated as well. I much prefer a nice fit bottom with a smaller toned top. Your husband is on to something lol.
November 25, 2014
I have a super butt! haha and yes...he is a butt man. I have been with him for 20 years...married for 10 years next week. He is super super supportive and told me he will see them when I am ready. I asked him if he missed my old boobs and he said "those were never your boobs. Those were a bag of plastic under your skin. You look a million times better now!" Once things tighten I will be happy. I feel like Veruca from Willy Wonka..."I WANT IT NOW!!!" haha
November 25, 2014
Awe that's cute! So impatient too, I know it sucks I want it now also lol
November 25, 2014
Lol!!!! I understand lol. Your husband sounds like a phenomenal man, a great support system is essential and you seem to have just that. Good for you:-)
November 25, 2014
Ok I just want you to know that I am in the same boat as you!!!! I literally have the chest of a 10 yr old boy now. I have never been this flat in my life.....you should read my sob story on my site from today! Its been very hard amongst going through a brake up right after the surgery and taking care of myself. My pics I posted honestly look better than I do in person right now. I think their getting even smaller! Its a pretty traumatic thing to go through as a woman! I would love to see some updated pics if you ever want to share! I know everyone on this site says to give it time, so I'm trying but its hour by hour. The only thing I can suggest to you that I'm trying out is great lakes gelatin off of amazon. Its supposed to help with elasticity, I'm not sure if I messaged you already about this but anyway I found it on someone els's profile. If it makes you feel any better I'm sure I look worse because I've had like 5 lifts in between all my breast surgeries so I lost like all my boobs, basically I was all implant, I have NOOOOOOO upper pole and a tiny bit of flesh under my nipple, and on top of that if that wasn't bad enough, I have extremely long scars that come way up in the middle of my non existent boobs and way out to the sides, and my left breast is kinda missing a bit on the bottom. So hopefully that makes you feel better in some way....lol. Sorry kinda being dramatic, but yeah your not alone in this hard journey. And if you need someone to freak out to..........im all ears!!!!! I know you say your mushy and loose but as you can see from other women's profiles, the skin does retract and tighten......its shocking at first , and being patient sucks! I know because I have no patience. I really hope you feel better soon and things start looking up for you. Surgery is no joke.....its a big life change. Its kinda like having gone through breast cancer only with out the cancer but all the psychological trauma of loosing your breasts. I really hope tomorrow is a better day for you. Some women say it gets worse before it gets better.......here's hoping;) Im here for you anytime and I hope my blabbering didn't make it worse! Love to you sweetie xoxo
December 2, 2014
HI there, was just curious how you are doing. I wanted to share that I have started taking fenugreek capsules that I read could help with breast enhancement.......who knows but I'm giving it a go:) Also Ive heard that massage stimulates tissue growth:) I hope you are well!!!!
December 8, 2014
Thanks so much! I am doing better every day. They don't look good by any means but I really have faith that they will start to look better soon! What about progesterone cream? I may give it a go. I am taking the gelatin every day and I really think it helps! I need to email you some pictures so you will feel better about yourself!!!!
Thank you for starting your story on RealSelf! I'm so glad to hear you found a doctor you feel good about and that you will hopefully be pain FREE soon! Please keep us updated.