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Breast Implant Removal - Phoenix, AZ
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First of all i want to thank all the ladies that...
sandik05November 12, 2016
$2,500
First of all i want to thank all the ladies that have posted their stories on here. I stumbled across this site and so glad I found it. It has helped me tremendously in my journey and to realize I'm not losing my mind. Like so many woman on here I have had so many mysterious symptoms that i couldn't explain or a doctor. I got my implants in 2005 saline under the muscle I want to say 350 cc. I was 37 when I got them. I started having symptoms about 5 yrs ago. ringing in the ears, my heart would race for no apparent reason, really dry skin, extreme fatigue, extreme dizziness, mental fog, forgetfulness, GI issues, joints sore if I don't take my supplements, can't sleep at night, and I got a fungus on my right foot which told me I had something going on with my immune system. I never connected all this with my implants until I stumbled across this site. Then it all started making sense to me. I have been thinking about removing my implants for quite some time. I'm at a different place in my life now and feel like they were a big mistake to begin with. I wish women were more accepting of their bodies we were given. We always feel the need to have to be so perfect. I was a 34B before and went to a 34DD. They are always in the way and i'm a very active person. Clothes never fit right. I find myself trying to hide them more then anything. So I decided after reading all the wonderful heartfelt stories on here I'm getting them out! I went for a consultation yesterday 11/11/16. I really like the doctor and women in the office were awesome! Two of them had their implants removed by Dr. Meger. He said since my breasts are soft and I don't have CC that the caps
ules don't need to come out. I guess my view on it is he's the doctor so i'm going with his advise. I think all my symptoms are from having these foreign objects in my body for so long and it's affecting my immune system. Our bodies aren't made to have foreign objects in it. So I"m hoping most my side effects will go away. I started taking some supplements that have really helped me feel better. My ex-plant date is 11/22/16! Just going to do a twlight sedation. I wanted minimal surgery if possible for faster recovovery. I cant wait to get these foreign objects out of my body! I guess my big concern is fluid buildup they said that's caused from trying to do to much to fast. If anyone out there had there's out this way and left the capsules in I would like to hear how you healed and if you had any problems or not. I don't have any pictures to post right now but will get some before and afters to post eventually. I'm looking forward to my B's again! shirts will actually fit once again. What a journey this life has been. I'm a very spiritual person and I feel I was led to this site for reason. I had been asking for answers and i got them, for that I'm very thankful.
ules don't need to come out. I guess my view on it is he's the doctor so i'm going with his advise. I think all my symptoms are from having these foreign objects in my body for so long and it's affecting my immune system. Our bodies aren't made to have foreign objects in it. So I"m hoping most my side effects will go away. I started taking some supplements that have really helped me feel better. My ex-plant date is 11/22/16! Just going to do a twlight sedation. I wanted minimal surgery if possible for faster recovovery. I cant wait to get these foreign objects out of my body! I guess my big concern is fluid buildup they said that's caused from trying to do to much to fast. If anyone out there had there's out this way and left the capsules in I would like to hear how you healed and if you had any problems or not. I don't have any pictures to post right now but will get some before and afters to post eventually. I'm looking forward to my B's again! shirts will actually fit once again. What a journey this life has been. I'm a very spiritual person and I feel I was led to this site for reason. I had been asking for answers and i got them, for that I'm very thankful.
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November 15, 2016
With all due respect I would do more research and get another opinion. Some doctors will tell you you don't need the capsules removed b/c it takes longer and some are not skilled at removing the capsules with the implants intact. Especially if you are having all the symptoms you say are having. Please do more research before just having the implants removed. Don't believe things just because the person is a Doctor. There are too many that will not be honest and straight forward with us especially when it is their lively hood.
November 18, 2016
You had your consultation the day I got mine out lol! I got mine January 2004, 350cc filled to 375. Theres not that amount left, they were like 3/4 full. Rippling on the sides very bad. I was a 34b went to a 34DD also! What's crazy is I'm a 32d now. I got re measured... the 34c fits but i'm so lean that the strap was too big. SO crazy!
November 18, 2016
My PS said he never saw anyone have fluid build up before.. I was worried about the same
but at my post op yesterday he told me do what you do!
but at my post op yesterday he told me do what you do!
November 18, 2016
Brendas10227, That's great to hear! Can't wait till I'm on the other side implant free. Take care and happy healing.
UPDATED FROM sandik05
3 days pre
4 days left until removal of implants!
sandik05November 18, 2016
Thank you ladies for the comments! I'm trying not to think about it but I'm nervous. I just want it over with and onto healing. I'm a very active person so I'm hoping the recovery won't be to long! Any last words of wisdom would be greatly appreciated! All your stories have motivated me to do this. Thank you
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November 19, 2016
I'm having mine out under local on Monday the 28th...I can't wait to be rid of these. My surgeon said I will be fine to go to work the next day. I am not having the capsules remove . good luck to you. Can't wait to hear how you did.
November 19, 2016
Thank you! Good luck to you too. I think the worst part is waiting. Ugh I'm not having capsules removed either my breast are really soft still. Hoping recovery goes fast and back to normal life. I'm obsessed with reading stories on here.lol Good luck to you.
November 21, 2016
I'm not sure if you'll get this message before tomorrow, but it's normal to be nervous. Have faith in your decision and in your surgeon. You seem like me; it will be difficult for you to not over-do it during recovery, but remember that taking it easy will ultimately help give you the best outcome. Best wishes and I'll be looking forward to reading how you're doing!
November 22, 2016
Hi Gigi, Thank you for your comment. I'm looking forward to having them out. Hopefully my symptoms subside in time with these foreign objects out. Good luck on your journey. I will post tomorrow. I also plan on posting before and after pics.
November 22, 2016
It's been 10 days since my removal & I feel like my body is almost thanking me! I promise you that it will be absolutely NOTHING like getting the, put in. Less than 1 week after surgery I was doing push-ups as if I lost 20lbs!!!
(I'm a fitness instructor) my body feels STRONG again and I'm hoping you get the same results ❤️
November 22, 2016
Hi Brendras10227, Thank you for your comment. I'm so nervous. I go in the morning at 9:30. I typically heal pretty fast and I'm a very active person so I'm hoping I heal fast as well. I hope they sedate me along with the local anesthesia.

November 22, 2016
Hey there! I just wanted to wish you lots of luck for your procedure. I hope it goes well. Please give us an update when you feel able. Take care :)
UPDATED FROM sandik05
Day of treatment
Implant Free!
sandik05November 23, 2016
Well I did it this morning! Finally implant free. I was so nervous about this but the staff and Dr Meger were the best! I did local anesthesia with sedation and boy the sedation worked! Lol I don't remember a thing other then talking to the nurse before and then again after. I remember asking her if they even started and she said I was ready to go home. ???? They must have given me pain meds in my IV because I'm not feeling any pan so far just some minor discomfort. Dr Meger said everything looked normal and I should heal fast. I have a tight wrap around me for 48 hrs. Then I can shower when it comes off. I go in Monday the 28th to have my stitches removed. I plan on posting some before and after photos after I get my stitches out. I know photos were helpful for me to see. The worst part about this process was the anticipation and waiting. I'm glad to be implant free and on my way to feeling better! Thank you to all the ladies that shared their story on here. It gave me the courage and confidence to do this.
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November 23, 2016
Welcome to Explant Island! *hands you a fruity drink with a little umbrella* Glad to have you here with us! Be sure to rest, drink a lot of fluids and pamper yourself!! Congratulations Explant Warrior, Victory! :) oxox <3
Hey there, and welcome! Thanks so much for sharing your experience with us. I hope you'll enjoy all the support on offer within this awesome community. Have you checked out the Breast Implant Removal Forum yet? It's a great place to find surgery buddies, or to find people to share your experiences with. The post below is a good example of the sort of information available in there. Hope you'll enjoy reading it. Good luck, and please keep us updated.
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