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Removing my Breast Implants, Feeling Ill and Want to Be Myself Again - New Jersey, NJ
UPDATED FROM _love_yourself
2 month update
It's been 2m thought I'd share some new info and update. Everything has healed without any issues. The scars are small still a bit reddish. No pain and I'm back to exercising. It's really amazing how our bodies heal and work. My breasts basically look the same as before getting implants. I was worried about stretching and sagging but they bounced back and firmed up really nicely. At first they were quiet flat and they surely fluffed up. Very happy with my results and decision. I will say I did go gluten free due to celiac. I am not sure if it was a reason I wasn't feeling well along with the implants that made my body work harder. I do believe it was related or triggered by my implants. Either or I do not regret removing them. I also lost weight that I had suddenly gained after getting breast implants and couldn't loose. My body has changed so much and I am back to myself. It feels like someone let out all the air in me and I deflated. Feeling so much lighter and comfortable again. With my journey I really just discovered implants weren't for me despite wanting them so badly for many years. I hope that my story has helped someone out there as this site and many other women's stories has helped me personally. Oh I will add I do feel 90% better and I'm sure I'll get to 100% it's only been 2m after all!
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March 24, 2017
I can't wait to get mine out! Your results look amazing!
March 25, 2017
Thank you so much for sharing as this is a somewhat scary journey for a lot of us. You look great!
April 1, 2017
How are you doing now? I just had explant surgery 2 days ago. I had Silicon implants for 4 years. Three months ago I started having severe pain in my shoulders, arms, and wrists. Also have swelling in my fingers so much so I can't make a tight fist or wear rings. All my bloodwork came back normal. I've had an MRI, also normal. I was hoping explanting would make these symptoms better, but I haven't seen a difference. Hoping detox and time will help. My rheumatoid dr wants to put me on Methotrexate which I am afraid to take. Hoping it doesn't come to that...
April 2, 2017
Hey I'm doing great thanks. Congrats on your recent explant. I would give it some time and allow your body to heal/recover along with a healthy diet. I think patience is key and a positive mind. It took about 1.5m for my joint pain to really improve. It still flares up at times but it's so much better. However I was diagnosed with celiac which I'm seeing a specialist for very soon. Which I also believe is related to many symptoms that I've been experiencing. I'm just very relieved to get to the bottom of my health and getting my life back. Did you remove your capsules? I hear a lot of controversial opinions about it.
April 2, 2017
Thank you for your reply! I am trying so hard to stay optimistic and positive. Hearing you have improved gives me hope. Yes, I had my capsules removed. However, my dr did not remove them entirely. Some of the capsule was stuck to my chest wall. He said it was too risky to scrape that part off.
April 12, 2017
How are you feeling? I am having mine removed in May and can't wait!
April 26, 2017
Thank you for sharing! I have had implants silicone for 18 months now .. body aches ever since .. planning explanation in may I'm so excited to feel better like you :) thank you
UPDATED FROM _love_yourself
1 week Post-Explant Today!
Yesterday was my post op visit, and everything looks great and is healing well. Today I stopped at the mall to picked up some push up wireless bralettes. I won't really be using them just yet.
I've been eating clean and detoxing, and taking supplements. Energy level is up, brain fog gone, headaches have drastically decreased. I used to have more bad days than good or let's just say ok days. Now I have good days and and less bad days. I still get very tired at times and the joint pains and muscle aches are still present. But hey it's only been a week and I'm already improving little at a time!
This site has helped me so much in my journey and I think it's due to all the brave women posting their stories and photos that I was able to jump on the bandwagon so quickly and explant. It has helped me educate myself and mentally prepare myself of what the outcomes can be. What to expect and that you can have great results without a lift!
Thank you everyone for your support and kind words :) brighter days are ahead!
I've been eating clean and detoxing, and taking supplements. Energy level is up, brain fog gone, headaches have drastically decreased. I used to have more bad days than good or let's just say ok days. Now I have good days and and less bad days. I still get very tired at times and the joint pains and muscle aches are still present. But hey it's only been a week and I'm already improving little at a time!
This site has helped me so much in my journey and I think it's due to all the brave women posting their stories and photos that I was able to jump on the bandwagon so quickly and explant. It has helped me educate myself and mentally prepare myself of what the outcomes can be. What to expect and that you can have great results without a lift!
Thank you everyone for your support and kind words :) brighter days are ahead!
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February 2, 2017
Hooe u are doing well ,What supplements are you taking?
February 2, 2017
Hi Kimbie, I have been taking a multi-vitamin, b12 complex, probiotic, biotin, turmeric capsules, and for now extra Vitamin D since I currently have low levels.
I also add vitamin c powdered crystals and spirulina powder to my smoothie in the mornings. Once I completely regain my health I will cut down on some supplements. But for now it's really helping boost my immune system and the healing process. I was contemplating on taking some Collagen pills for the skin and help it tighten up. There are different supplements out there and I think it all depends what you need. I actually wrote down some more that I initially wanted to take for my recovery however I didn't want to over do it. I eat very clean and drink lots of water/lemon water, and a plain yogi detox tea. I've never had such a strict diet before but now wanting to detox my body after removing my implants it's very necessary. And I believe is the only reason why I'm so dedicated and focused in order to get my health back on track. Are you looking to explant?
February 3, 2017
I am looking to explant. Can you share which doctor you used? I'm over in Staten Island so jersey is right by me.
February 3, 2017
Yip I'm still trying to arrange explant so difficult to get doc that will listen about breast plant illness . I'm hoping within the next couple of months I will b starting recovery .I need to look into detox for after removal as I don't have a clue where to start.
February 3, 2017
Unfortunately most will deny implant illness. Both surgeons made that clear to me. However you can still proceed with the best possible way to explant and also find the right surgeon for you. The only doctor that believed me about BII is my general doctor. I hope you fond a surgeon soon so you can start your recovery too :)
February 3, 2017
Love, love, love your results! I explant on March 3rd. I can't wait!!!
February 3, 2017
Congrats!!
My explant surgery is coming up soon - Feb 6th.
Your story has been helpful.
February 4, 2017
Thanks, I'm glad my story has helped you. The stories of women on this site has helped me tremendously. So I decided to post my experience as well. Your explant is around the corner so excited for you. Best of luck and warm healing wishes :)
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I think you have nice breasts, and you did not need the implants to begin with. I think you look great, compared to a lot of women on here whose breasts are fairly damaged by the implants once they are removed. I am glad you are feeling better and are comfortable and happy with your explant. I hope you continue to improve.
Keep posting,
Txmom