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Amazing Experience Overall
WORTH IT
Got my explant with Dr. Cox in Pasadena.
Four years of living death and survival hours, lost work, spent days without sleep, got into a car crash that almost killed me due to poor cognitive function, been Isolated since January because It got so bad I could't even interact with friends. I almost couldn't walk due to the pain in my feet and legs.
My family thought it was all in my head, and so did most of my friends. I felt I was loosing my mind. Just begging God to take me; until I found a post from a co-worker last year, I didn't know what I had. Thank you for all who create awareness.
All doctors made fun of me. They thought I was just being dramatic and a hypochondriac. I never got sick not even the flu. I know my body.
If you are trying to get an approval, please DON'T TAKE NO FOR AN ANSWER. My PCP said: YOU WILL NEVER GET THE DOCTOR YOU WANT. Hello?
I cannot tell enough good things about Dr. Cox and his assitant Veronica. What I liked about my consultation was that he was normal and real. He was calm. He was not trying to sell himself. He also said to wait on the lift because a lot of patients dont need it. A surgeon who is not greedy? Really in California ? WoAH.
He listened without interrupting. Veronica is kind and also a powerforce, treated me like I was family and my life was as important as hers. And I was a pain in her butt, meaning lots of texts and questions etc.
My PCP approved my surgery eventhough there were high enzymes in my liver bloodwork, but Dr. Cox cancelled it just to be extra cautious. I was upset but I loved the fact that he cared, that was a loss for him too and more work to rescheduole. I also wanted someone who had experience in Breast Reconstructive Surgery in case something was needed when they opened me up. Thank God for that.
I did a mamogram beforehand because you cannot do one for a year . During my explant, Dr. Cox found a mass on my right breast and biopsed it to make sure it was benign. And it was.
As soon as I got in the Hospital rooms, a few nurses and even the anesteciologist got in my room and shared about how good of a surgeon he was. I never asked.
They told me their stories and experiences and I felt overwealming peace, a knowing I was in the best hands I could be.
He removed them emblock with just a capsulectomy. Yes. Apparently someone with his skills can do that.
Previous surgeon had left the old capsules in when he exchanged them in 2003. He also fixed my scar tissue and made a smaller cleaner incision. He gave me his cell phone nmbr in case I needed anything. Wait, what?
My breast look great, pain level about a 4. I don't have photos yet, I am in pain, but I will take pics when I heal. DM if you want to see them.
I didn't take pain meds because the consitpated me so bad, but I took Tylenol etra strenght every 4-6 hours and that works fine,
Day 3 AFTER surgery:
Fibromialgia Symptoms 90% gone
Brain Fog 50% gone
Depression 50% gone (anesthesia is a bishhhhh)
Anxiety 70 % gone
Itchy Skin 60 % gone
Feeling I can't breath at night 80 % gone
Feeling like I am dying 95% GONE
Insomnia 60 % better, I stopped taking meds but I don't sleep on my back, so will wait for this one.
I know everyone is different and symptoms can come and go in waves for a while, I read all the posts and I am really aware of this, I am sharing to encourage people and share hope.
I have still to further detox my liver, some enzimes kept going up and my Hepathologist said it could be d implants or Vitamin A and Kepl wich I took when I was desperate to feel better. Big eye opener.
Also, implants were textured and silicone wich was not what my previous surgeon said, but he passed and he was in Argentina so, forget about him.
I love my restults and I can't believe Im almost 90% out of symptoms after only 6 days.
Four years of living death and survival hours, lost work, spent days without sleep, got into a car crash that almost killed me due to poor cognitive function, been Isolated since January because It got so bad I could't even interact with friends. I almost couldn't walk due to the pain in my feet and legs.
My family thought it was all in my head, and so did most of my friends. I felt I was loosing my mind. Just begging God to take me; until I found a post from a co-worker last year, I didn't know what I had. Thank you for all who create awareness.
All doctors made fun of me. They thought I was just being dramatic and a hypochondriac. I never got sick not even the flu. I know my body.
If you are trying to get an approval, please DON'T TAKE NO FOR AN ANSWER. My PCP said: YOU WILL NEVER GET THE DOCTOR YOU WANT. Hello?
I cannot tell enough good things about Dr. Cox and his assitant Veronica. What I liked about my consultation was that he was normal and real. He was calm. He was not trying to sell himself. He also said to wait on the lift because a lot of patients dont need it. A surgeon who is not greedy? Really in California ? WoAH.
He listened without interrupting. Veronica is kind and also a powerforce, treated me like I was family and my life was as important as hers. And I was a pain in her butt, meaning lots of texts and questions etc.
My PCP approved my surgery eventhough there were high enzymes in my liver bloodwork, but Dr. Cox cancelled it just to be extra cautious. I was upset but I loved the fact that he cared, that was a loss for him too and more work to rescheduole. I also wanted someone who had experience in Breast Reconstructive Surgery in case something was needed when they opened me up. Thank God for that.
I did a mamogram beforehand because you cannot do one for a year . During my explant, Dr. Cox found a mass on my right breast and biopsed it to make sure it was benign. And it was.
As soon as I got in the Hospital rooms, a few nurses and even the anesteciologist got in my room and shared about how good of a surgeon he was. I never asked.
They told me their stories and experiences and I felt overwealming peace, a knowing I was in the best hands I could be.
He removed them emblock with just a capsulectomy. Yes. Apparently someone with his skills can do that.
Previous surgeon had left the old capsules in when he exchanged them in 2003. He also fixed my scar tissue and made a smaller cleaner incision. He gave me his cell phone nmbr in case I needed anything. Wait, what?
My breast look great, pain level about a 4. I don't have photos yet, I am in pain, but I will take pics when I heal. DM if you want to see them.
I didn't take pain meds because the consitpated me so bad, but I took Tylenol etra strenght every 4-6 hours and that works fine,
Day 3 AFTER surgery:
Fibromialgia Symptoms 90% gone
Brain Fog 50% gone
Depression 50% gone (anesthesia is a bishhhhh)
Anxiety 70 % gone
Itchy Skin 60 % gone
Feeling I can't breath at night 80 % gone
Feeling like I am dying 95% GONE
Insomnia 60 % better, I stopped taking meds but I don't sleep on my back, so will wait for this one.
I know everyone is different and symptoms can come and go in waves for a while, I read all the posts and I am really aware of this, I am sharing to encourage people and share hope.
I have still to further detox my liver, some enzimes kept going up and my Hepathologist said it could be d implants or Vitamin A and Kepl wich I took when I was desperate to feel better. Big eye opener.
Also, implants were textured and silicone wich was not what my previous surgeon said, but he passed and he was in Argentina so, forget about him.
I love my restults and I can't believe Im almost 90% out of symptoms after only 6 days.
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UPDATED FROM Stregata
1 year post
A year After
Here is a photo of my breast a year after. Keep in mind, I had a baby. So, they hang. I don't care LOL.
Im glad I didn't do the lift, I probably would have ended up with a totally flat chest. I am happy with the results, maybe I would do a lift/fat transfer in the future, but not now. Dr Cox removed my old scar and this one is SO much better. I might need to do a laser in my chest to tighten the loose skin. But again, Not in a hurry.
Im glad I didn't do the lift, I probably would have ended up with a totally flat chest. I am happy with the results, maybe I would do a lift/fat transfer in the future, but not now. Dr Cox removed my old scar and this one is SO much better. I might need to do a laser in my chest to tighten the loose skin. But again, Not in a hurry.
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July 10, 2022
You don't need a lift or fat transfer - your boobs came out great. I'm scheduled for explant in about 7 weeks - I'm scared, but tired of being tired and sick. I'm like you -waiting before I decide on any lift / transfer - right now I just want them out and to get healthy again. You look amazing and am glad you are feeling good and healthy
UPDATED FROM Stregata
1 year post
Thriving thanks to Dr Cox and his team!!
Its been a year and a half and some. I just posted my new photos. The came down a lot, but you know what? My health is up. My mood is up, my sleep is great, I am sleeping 7 hours straight, versus 4 years of two hour sleep, which is hell on earth. All these doctors that gaslighted me, I wish I could send them this review. Dr Cox was and still is my angel and my biggest hero and I am FOREVER grateful. I was dying, ha brought me back to life, him and Veronica His assistant were and still are my God given miracle
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July 16, 2022
I'm glad you're feeling better!I I'm going through the gaslighting and mansplaining myself to get mine out. No wonder they tell you they have a 10 year shelf life!!
IMO-Of course the docs have to tell you it's all in your head, it's a multi billion dollar industry that if admitted were harming women they be culpable for, and out of a LOT of money! The lawsuits against the FDA for approving theses toxic bags alone could potentially cripple the whole plastic surgery industry. What's more? The same docs who knowingly will have to remove them, continue to implant them day after day!! What's safe today may not be in 10 years, as long as there is a demand they won't do anything about it.
IMO-Of course the docs have to tell you it's all in your head, it's a multi billion dollar industry that if admitted were harming women they be culpable for, and out of a LOT of money! The lawsuits against the FDA for approving theses toxic bags alone could potentially cripple the whole plastic surgery industry. What's more? The same docs who knowingly will have to remove them, continue to implant them day after day!! What's safe today may not be in 10 years, as long as there is a demand they won't do anything about it.
October 9, 2022
I’m interviewing surgeons now to remove my 33+ year old saline implants….can’t believe they’ve lasted this long, but recently started having pain/burning sensation, so time to explant. I’m nervous about the whole process, but I’m at a stage in my life that I’m not going to replace them. I have grade 3 capsular contracture & don’t want to do another surgery down the road.
November 3, 2022
I'm in the same situation, 33 year old implants (silicone) and just turned 69. They have have been an issue for several years now and I just want to get them out. I honestly don't care what I look like after, my husband hasn't seen me naked for several years. I just want to know that I'm not harboring any breast cancer (dense breast tissue) and find someone in the area to help me. I'm in the mountains of N Utah, so SLC or Provo area works. Any recommendations?
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Sorry for the late reply