42yr Old... Saline Implants Has Caused Multiple Problems.... - AZ

I'm first having an explant with a complete capsulectomy and then 4 months later after everything has healed and good natural blood flow and skin has contracted then I will be doing the lift.

I am going to have the Explant and nothing else right now. I need to focus in getting healthy and Allowing my body to heal. I just pray that my strength and health after I get these things out of me. I am new at this so I posted another reply so please read it and give me you advice.

I have questions about everything. I went to see my plastic Suregon today and she said that they look great and I told her that I agree but something is making me extremely ill and I have loss my quality of life. I told her since the implants I have developed Astama, Sorjones Disease, Connective Tissue Disease, Sarcardosis, Ra and auto immune disease. Most days I am in so much pain until I feel like I need a cane. My hips and joints hurt at level 10. Before finding this site I thought I was dying. I could not believe all the things that were happening to me. I was so depressed on the inside but was faking a smile on the outside so that I WOULD NOT BURDEN OTHERS with my issues. I suffered in silence for years. When I found this site and realized that y I was not alone I breath a sign of relief. I cried because for the first time in years I felt like there was hope. I am off track so back to my appointment with my PS. So I was in the office and I was telling her about all of my health issues and the reason why it's time to take them out and to my surprise she did say that although there has not been enough testing to prove it in writing she do believe that some women's body may react negatively to implants but there is not enough evidence out there to validate it. She agreed that it may be a good idea to take them out. I was telling her that based on what I have read it would be best to remove the implants as well as the membrane that is surrounding the implant for those that are dealing with sickness. She in turn stated that I have no risk factors since it appears that the implant is not hard and is still intact. She first offered to deflate the implant to give me time to adjust. I told her "NO' and that my mind is made up I want them out. She then offered to remove the implants in the office under local with the drains for 1,500 to save money. I then asked her about removing the implant and the membrane surrounding the implant and that will cost 4,400 for that procedure. This is where I need help. I don't know what to do or which procedure to get. I need to hear from you guys that have dealt with some of the sicknesses that I am dealing with and if so which procedure did you chose and why? What is the en bloc all about is that the entire procedure? I am planning on getting these out in September and have to make a decision by the end of the week so I can get it on the books. So please help ladies.

Ok so here it is... You need a capsulectomy as well. Which is the capsules that surround the implants. That is a must. And they must be sent to a pathologist for testing as my dr is doing.

If a Dr acts unaware of En Bloc removal or even worse tells you that you do not need it, RUN! I am serious. You need the Implant, the Capsule, which is the scar around the BI, and any compromised tissue removed also. I just did this last Friday. I wanted it to be a one time surgery, done right, by someone with a lot of experience. Do not let them deflate the Implant, that makes the surgery more invasive. Removing a fully inflated BI with capsule is a easy surgery, compared to removing a deflated BI. I am speaking from experience as my L breast was fully inflated, doing great, drain already out. R breast was deflated and crumpled, due to a leak, and the Dr had to dig and cut to remove fully. Still leaking lots into drain, thick and clotty. Had to reschedule flight, rental car, hotel etc due to this. Much more traumatic to the breast to have a deflated implant removed. If you would like to see a video of a BI removed with fully inflated implants, go to Dr Fengs website in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr Feng is great. In video you will also see her remove an old capsule that another surgeon left inside when she had the BI replaced. I suggest calling several Drs offices and speak to them. Call Dr Fengs office and ask for Linda. She is great and will answer all your questions. Tell her Barb from Tampa sent you. :) they put no pressure on you and will share their knowledge with you. They made me feel a lot better and comfortable.
Do not let any Dr deflate you and do not get a Mammogram as that can compromise the Valve and cause a leak. The Drs in Tampa wanted to do both those things. No way. I ran.
Got to go. Have a follow up with Dr Feng. Will check in later tonight.

Xoxoxo agree

Hi!! I found this on realself and wanted to share...I have had many health problems, just recently had the saline removed before explant and my full surgery will be in early October, I already feel better having the saline out...less pressure and pain. Here is what I found about en bloc.....I wish you the best and you are going to feel so much healthier
Doctor Answers
Options for en bloc implant removal
July 8th, 2009
En bloc removal of your breast implants may not be necessary. It would depend on what your goals are. If your implants are saline, there would not be any need to do an en bloc removal as the scar tissue/capsule around your implant will shrink and eventually be resorbed once the implant is removed. Taking the additional time to remove the capsule off the back of the muscle and the front of the ribs would needlessly add cost and prolong your recovery with no benefit.

Well my PS actually had my capsules sent to a pathologist for testing. In my situation, it actually was the best for me and necessary circumstances. Cost was not a concern for us and actually my recovery has been remarkably well. I appreciate your information. Thanks.

Yes I know what saline is. Thank you. Your situation is a completely different than mine. Good luck

Ok I will look. Thx so much :) xoxo

Do you think the implants caused this reaction. I noticed you mention it was off and on since implants but never before. I wanted BA for a log time but recently decided against it because of things I hve read and explant stories. I think you made the right choice to remove them. They are just no good for our bodies sadly.

I definitely think it was due to the implants. I know I made the right choice too. My health was deteriorating fast.