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Forced to Make a Choice Due to Biopsy Puncture of my Implant! - Denver, CO
UPDATED FROM GONE4GOOD
Moving!
I just wanted to let you all know that my mammogram came back normal, even with the chunky stuff left inside apparently. The move is on, and today I will be disconnected from the Internet for a week or so. I have tried to pop on as I can to check up on everyone -- not easy because I have been so busy prepping and packing. Regardless, I just wanted to say thank you again to all, and I will get back when I can. BIG HUGS and LOTS OF LOVE!
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UPDATED FROM GONE4GOOD
Mammogram!!!!!!!
You would not believe how mad I was yesterday after getting a mammogram! That jerk of a PS I had never did flush and clean out the pocket/capsule area as he said he would at my consult appointment prior to surgery. The images of the right breast particularly is full of calcium chunks!!!! The tech thought I had silicone remnants or something, but I told her no way -- they were saline -- so, when she let me look at the images, I knew what she was concerned about. I hope this remaining trash he left in me does not mean harm down the road????????? As far as the mammogram itself -- it was quite easy to smash my skinny puppies between the plates to take views! This is the first mammogram I have been able to have for over 15 years!
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S
April 8, 2015
My doctor advised me he got 99.9% of the capsule and calcium out. But due to my "grossly ruptured" right implant, I can feel a little spot of either calcium or scar tissue. He said he could have cut his hand on my calcium pieces! I told him about the spot yesterday at my 6-week check up. He said that it may or may not dissolve but to massage it. Even though the pockets are flushed out, it's hard to guarantee removing every little piece. Of course, it would have been nice for him to tell you. Loving my natural soft warm boobies! Sue
G
April 8, 2015
I got a reminder call today for my follow-up with that jerk, and I told the girl I would not be returning for any further appointments. They had me scheduled for the wrong day anyway -- go figure! I had to bite my tongue in resistance to saying why I would not go back and what I thought of that man. I do hope the calcium dissolves. I am not feeling any areas I think are lumpy, so I will see what the radiology reports says. Yes, it would have been nice if he had done all that he said he would and not charged me for what he did not do -- that is actually a violation of practice if reported to the state regulatory board! But, I just do not care anymore -- just want to get moved -- and yes, like you, I absolutely love my natural boobies! It feels good to just cuddle them when falling asleep, even if both only fit in one hand! -- hahahaha! Deb
D
April 9, 2015
Hey Deb, I just had to laugh reading the part where they got your follow up date wrong! Your entire story is like the Shakespearian play "a comedy of errors". And you should definitely call the state board...might protect someone else considering signing on with dr. mengala.
J
April 9, 2015
Hi GONE4GOOD?...Been following your story....so sorry to hear your mammogram revealed that your PS did not do what you hired and trusted him to do.
I can see how you just want to move on.....but I think you should have vented to him how upset you are. You should tell him....he compromised your future Cancer screening test by not doing a through explant procedure. He needs to be reported!
G
April 9, 2015
If the radiology report indicates any lump area which started this entire horrid ordeal for me and which presents a need for me to return to the general surgeon (nice gal) then I will talk to her about the whole situation -- she is the one who recommended the jerk -- so she needs to know for sure what went down.
G
April 9, 2015
Just beyond imaginable to me for sure. This entire ordeal has been something else.
J
April 9, 2015
BI are an ordeal....nothing but a nightmare! Hopefully more women will come to realize this after reading all of our stories. Praying for your ordeal to be overwith soon.
S
April 11, 2015
I explant end on 12/4 used silicone sheets on the scars for 2 months, really helped with the healing and to soften up the lumpy feeling, you can buy them at drugstores in the pharmacy section, several brands they peel and stick over the incision site. My PS recommended this. Also go to Victoria's Secret (pink side of store) they have beautiful lace "bralettes" that will fit and make you look and feel beautiful . Things do get better I have now started using palmers cocoa butter for stretch marks and it seems to be helping with that dreaded wrinkle look.
My capsules were not fully removed, my body is slowly absorbing them, just give it time, I was told it can be up to a year to see full results.
G
April 11, 2015
Thanks for the feedback. I do find the hard incision lumps are getting better with time, but I will check out those silicone sheets. My lousy PS offered no advice at all. I know if I stay more consistent with my coconut oil massage, the wrinkling will improve.
S
April 13, 2015
My PS said it doesn't matter what lotion or creme you use on the the scars, but it's the consistent daily massage or movement on the scars to smoothe them out.
G
April 13, 2015
Sue -- the massaging is working for sure. Even though I have not stayed consistent with the moisture applications, I have worked on the incision areas with aggressive massage and seen improvement big time in the last two weeks.
W
April 13, 2015
Can't believe what you've been through, all starting with the puncture & deflation. xx Have you considered medical negligence? I have silicon not saline and I'm at very early stages of my explant journey - had them for 21 years. Feeling very nervous just thinking about it as I was very flat before.
Just wanted to ask... What are calcium deposits, is this something with saline implants? Will you have to go back for further surgery to have pockets cleaned out properly?
G
April 13, 2015
Inside the capsule area (formed during initial healing after implant) there are normal build-ups of calcium deposits, from what I understand, regardless of the type of implants. Sometimes they can become chunky and large, but when my implants were removed, there was a thinner coating of calcium all around the shells. The PS had told me he would flush and feel all around to make sure nothing was remaining, but he did not do that during the actual explant procedure. With silicone implants, you will likely have en bloc -- total removal of the capsule area -- thus, any calcium buildup will be removed with the capsule. I have no idea what the remaining stuff in me will do -- hopefully it dissolves with time as some have noted. Mine was definitely a case of negligence with the biopsy, and Kaiser removed the charges for the biopsy and first referral appointment -- it was a no-brainer -- and they got off cheap! But, in Colorado, you cannot get very far going after them for money anymore, now that we have a market place insurance structure. I figured them admit enough fault to waive my bills was ultimately a miraculous event!
L
October 15, 2016
Hello, I've been following your journey and hope you are fine and healthy now?! Since you haven't posted in a while, may I ask you if anything has changed during the last year? I'm curious since I've heard that over the first year after explantation your brears can change appearance concerning tissue and skin... Would be glad to hear from you, good wishes! mrs_karenina@web.de
L
UPDATED FROM GONE4GOOD
Not much Fluff 'n' Stuff
Before I pack up my camera, I thought I should share one last set of photos. I am almost 6 weeks post-op now. I have been aggressively massaging the scar incision area to see if I can get the hardness/lump to soften and dissipate more. As far as the pathetic beagle ear boobies, they are more skin than tissue for sure! If I lay on my side and cup both of them, I have only a handful -- two boobs make one! I do not care, though, as I am so beyond caring now! I will wear my sport bra with the lift pad and be as content as a hibernating bear.
Speaking of bears, I am hoping they stay away while we are moving into our mountain home. I found out I cannot put up a fence to protect our crazy dogs until June, so between coyotes, eagles, owls, moose, elk, deer, cougar, and bears, I will have a full time job keeping these two brats alive! They once chased a big elk all the way up a mountain, so this will be tricky.
No -- they are not related -- the one on the left is a white/parti-colored purebred schnauzer, and the other is a schnauzer, yorkie, poodle mix I rescued from a puppy mill.
My love to you all. I will not be on here nearly as much while packing and moving. Sending you all abounding boob-less bliss and blessings!
Speaking of bears, I am hoping they stay away while we are moving into our mountain home. I found out I cannot put up a fence to protect our crazy dogs until June, so between coyotes, eagles, owls, moose, elk, deer, cougar, and bears, I will have a full time job keeping these two brats alive! They once chased a big elk all the way up a mountain, so this will be tricky.
No -- they are not related -- the one on the left is a white/parti-colored purebred schnauzer, and the other is a schnauzer, yorkie, poodle mix I rescued from a puppy mill.
My love to you all. I will not be on here nearly as much while packing and moving. Sending you all abounding boob-less bliss and blessings!
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D
April 3, 2015
You do look wonderful! Having them implanted over the muscle I believe helped your positive outcome. And your positive attitude probably helped too! I'm so happy for you and congratulations on you upcoming move. Yes, trying to keep our doggies safe is a huge issue, and I only try to protect mine from the usual geese, squirrels and other dogs in the neighborhood! God bless you and keep you, dear, brave lady.
G
April 3, 2015
Thank you. Do you have your surgery scheduled yet? I can tell you this, once they are out, there is almost an instant sense of relief and freedom. The anxiety about how they will look afterward diminishes, and the ability to breathe and feel free takes over! Having them over muscle made my explant easier, but those implants truly did have my boobie skin stretched out to the maximum. That is why there is so much excess skin still. At my age, I doubt it with retract a huge amount -- although -- it can take several months to a year to truly know for certain. I just do not have time to obsessed over any of it, and in the larger scheme of things, they are so insignificant to me really. I hope you find a perfect surgeon to meet your needs. You will have tremendous support on this website! Bless you.
R
April 3, 2015
Sounds like fun living in such a beautiful place. I have two dogs also. They are the light of my life. Glad you are well and-it sounds like-happy. Thanks for sharing..God Bless
G
April 3, 2015
Yeah -- hopefully fun until it snows 5' deep --LOL -- quite a life change for sure. Hope you are doing well?
R
April 4, 2015
having a fat transfer to breasts from abdomen April 10th. Hope it helps with the deformity. God Bless
G
April 4, 2015
Oh wow -- that is coming up fast! I will be praying for you and trusting it results in better than you can even imagine or hope!
D
April 3, 2015
Lions and tigers and bears OH MY!!! Dear sister are you sure you know what you're signing up for??? Your doggies are sooo precious, they're going to love their new home. I can't believe you are 6 weeks out already...goodness sakes where on earth does the time go? Always make me think of that verse "What is your life but a vapor"...so true! Last but not least, I don't want to hear any complaining missy cuz you've got some breasts going there...not just skin!!! And...you're symmetrical, not fair!!! Keep my email handy and keep in touch with me even if it's just now and then. Love you sweet sis. Happy Good Friday!!
G
April 4, 2015
I hope I know what I signed up for, but yeah, this is a huge transition! It is such a "God thing" though, so I am taking it in stride and trust. I am looking at tractors that have snow plow attachments LOL Wow! I do love tractors, but this could be quite the challenge being alone up there half the week while hubby works in town! Hope you have a fabulous weekend! Love u 2!
NA
April 4, 2015
You most definitely have been fluffin' & stuff! Both breasts are a lot more full than your 3 week photo's and not only that, I can see the skin is retracting so they don't have as much of a "hang" and are closer up on you. Imagine what changes 6 months will bring! I can't believe it's been 6 weeks already...wow, time flies. Been thinking about you & hope the move is going smoothly and keep those adorable little "brats" safe, ya hear! ;-)
G
April 4, 2015
I do think some skin retraction has occurred on the sides, but there are significant stretch marks. They have shrunken down to a lot of excess skin just like the general surgeon predicted (nice gal I could not go to). More like pancakes now -- flat and saggy. They hang down about 1 1/2 inches from the incisions underneath -- that is a lot of droop! I am hoping the coconut oil will help in time, but honestly, I have not been as diligent as I should be in applying it -- too busy & too tired. I hate the hard lump incision areas -- I do work on massaging those each night! But, other than that, I really don't pay much attention to them. The dogs grew up here in this house, so it will be interesting to see how they react when we move. When we go camping for weeks at a time, you can tell they are wondering when they get to go home LOL I hope having our furnishings set up similarly will help them understand this is it!
NA
April 5, 2015
I'm sure they will be fine, especially with your belongings there. My cats were freaked out when we moved but within three days made themselves at home & were busy exploring. Besides which, they'll have lots of critters to watch now! I wish mine were droopy. I think first two weeks I did the fluffing thing, and now I'm retracting. I palm them & think "where did you go?!" I can only hope time fluffs them more though. Still happier without them though!!
G
April 5, 2015
Heavens YES -- Glad mine are out too! I love not having implants! I do not miss those hard balls called boobs at all! You do know that the upper pole area does not "fluff" -- what's flat is flat -- at least according to all the docs on here, so what remains in time is what remains of the actual tissue inside the breast itself. With boobies as small as mine, even if I could do the lift thing, they would be even smaller LOL!!!!!!!!!
S
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