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52 Yr Old / Implant Removal / Kansas City, MO
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I am considering removing my implants that are 12...
IttyBittiesRockFebruary 14, 2016
WORTH IT$1,800
I am considering removing my implants that are 12 yrs old and also having a Tummy Tuck. Implants are under the muscle. I have some slight pain in the left. I had a mammogram and it has not been the same since. No change in shape or feel. Has anyone used the Residents Clinic at KU Medical Center?
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March 6, 2016
Sorry you are having health issues. I too have pain in my left breast. I also wondered about going to ku med to have my implants removed. I want mine done under local, if possible. If your husband really cares about you then he should support you. Iya hard for them to really understand it since they don't have boobs. Take care of yourself and this is a great place for support from others going thru the same situation.
March 6, 2016
Thanks for the support. I checked with the Residents Clinic at KU and they don't do implant removal. Only the attending surgeons. I have a consult with Dr. Rast on Friday. He's in Overland Park. He was recommended by my GP.
March 22, 2016
I forgot to ask if KU Residents is doing your explant? I consulted a female plastic surgeon who is a staff teacher, did her fellowship in 2012, specializes in cancer reconstruction and can do fat transfer. I'm meeting with her next week. Again, I will stay in touch with you. Peace,
UPDATED FROM IttyBittiesRock
28 days pre
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IttyBittiesRockFebruary 24, 2016
Does anyone have advice on how to tell my husband what I am going to do? He might freak out about me removing my implants. He's only ever known me itch them.
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March 3, 2016
I think you just need to sit down and have a heart to heart. Tell him why you want to do this and how the implants are affecting the way you feel. We are here for you! Please let us know how it goes.
March 3, 2016
Thanks Angie. I appreciate your response. I've been feeling really alone in this.
March 3, 2016
You are so welcome! You might consider uploading a few photos. They almost always up how many people find your review and comment. They don't have to be [RS bleep] either. Please keep us in the loop!
March 18, 2016
I told my husband and he said great . I'm to old to have them replaced and he doesn't like them in my body for medical reasons .
March 18, 2016
I too, am going through the same situation. I already had the heart to heart and my husband keeps telling me that he thinks I will be disappointed if I have them removed. My breast itch constantly!! It's really the only problem I have with them other than I just want to be back to normal and have my small chest back.
April 2, 2016
I could have written your post Wannabeeme, because it's my story as well.. My husband said he thinks I will be disappointed too. It is nice to have my own body back though. It certainly doesn't look the same, and it will take a little time to get used to, but I know that I am going to be happier just being me.
UPDATED FROM IttyBittiesRock
19 days pre
IMPLANT REMOVAL ONLY
IttyBittiesRockMarch 3, 2016
No tummy tuck at this time. I've decided to try and lose about 25lbs first to see how that makes me feel. I am doing the implant removal. I've become very concerned about mammograms and whether or not they can detect breast cancer with implants. I'm also just done. I don't need them anymore. They served me well but it's time for them to go. Now I need to get the husband on board. He's only ever known me with them. Yikes!
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March 3, 2016
That sounds wise. And yeah, it seems like implants just have to impede breast cancer detection, at least somewhat. There are lots of like minded ladies here, so please don't be afraid to reach out.
Thanks for starting your story on RealSelf! Make sure you check out the Tummy Tuck community if you haven't already. It's full of info on that procedure! Do you feel like the mammogram caused a rupture in your implant?