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50 year old with leaking implants and very under weight.
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Hi ladies, I am 50 years old and currently have...
marjo23September 27, 2016
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Hi ladies,
I am 50 years old and currently have saline implants( they have been in for 14yrs.) I had double lumina implants prior they were in front of the muscle(they were in for 12yrs). My currant implants are behind the muscle and I had a breast lift done at the same time .
I now have one very ruptured implant and the other is leaking. Both implant have bottomed out. I have been wearing a sports bra to bed for 2 yrs because of the shift of the implant is so uncomfortable. I also have had a lumpectomy done on one breast. It healed fine and that is not the implant that is ruptured.
I have seen a new plastic surgeon and went over my options.
I'm so tired of complexions and surgery so I think it is time to get rid of them all together.
I'm also concerned with health issues. I have ongoing issues with enlarged lymph nodes under my arm.
My concerns, first I have lost a great deal of weight and have no fat. I'm 95lbs and I am 5'6" I'm hoping to gain weight before I have surgery .
The surgeon says that the height of my breasts is good and that they will fluff up in time.
My one breast that is ruptured looks just awful. I can only feel the implants and skin in both breasts.
I will post pictures soon, I'm just really nervous.
I'm hoping that some of you ahve had similar issues.
I am 50 years old and currently have saline implants( they have been in for 14yrs.) I had double lumina implants prior they were in front of the muscle(they were in for 12yrs). My currant implants are behind the muscle and I had a breast lift done at the same time .
I now have one very ruptured implant and the other is leaking. Both implant have bottomed out. I have been wearing a sports bra to bed for 2 yrs because of the shift of the implant is so uncomfortable. I also have had a lumpectomy done on one breast. It healed fine and that is not the implant that is ruptured.
I have seen a new plastic surgeon and went over my options.
I'm so tired of complexions and surgery so I think it is time to get rid of them all together.
I'm also concerned with health issues. I have ongoing issues with enlarged lymph nodes under my arm.
My concerns, first I have lost a great deal of weight and have no fat. I'm 95lbs and I am 5'6" I'm hoping to gain weight before I have surgery .
The surgeon says that the height of my breasts is good and that they will fluff up in time.
My one breast that is ruptured looks just awful. I can only feel the implants and skin in both breasts.
I will post pictures soon, I'm just really nervous.
I'm hoping that some of you ahve had similar issues.
Replies (12)
October 1, 2016
I am 3 days eximplant after 30 years. Yes it looks a bit strange but have had 3 peeps tell me I look younger more athletic and thinner.... For me all wonderful compliments. Boobs at 28 do not have the same meaning or pull as boobs at 59. I had a infection and hand no choice but remove them. No clue if I will lift, lift reimplant or just live with how they are. Looking forward to see if many autoimmune issues get better. Time will tell. They don't look gross just different. New bras and bathing suit shopping to come. 146 day if surgery 143 day after. That's 3 lbs if extra weight just hanging from my chest gone. I have poor posture and rounded shoulders. I think that will also improve. Good luck with your choices. We're all in the same boat some way or another. 59 and looking forward to the new me. Just a chuckle can you imagine all thes giant boobs at 90 lol.
October 2, 2016
Congratulations. So happy to hear you are on the other side and feeling great I hope you feel better every day. I'm anxious to hear that your autoimmune issues improve as well. I have them too.
Keep us posted.
Keep us posted.
October 2, 2016
From working in plastics and the o.r. I know they do not cause the issues....but I also realize they can cause a irritation and being foreign bodies aggravate some conditions. My Dr said absolutely he has woman that feel much better....cured no way better yes....but also some with no differences...I did not get any of the conditions till I got the implants....may of just been my body saying hey....we don't like these.....most likely all a coincidence...and who knows if I will re implant in 6 months.......for me time will tell...good luck Lisa!!!!
October 19, 2016
The feeling of soft breasts after 40 years of implants was strange but I love it. Everything changed after the surgery and I feel normal again. I wish you a fast recovery.
November 4, 2016
Omg ladies. Be happy to have them out! It's a business and we all got misled about the health risks. Let's all change our behaviour and learn from the experience by never preaching to our daughter's that in any way should they ever feel inadequate. Love your self ! Love your life ! Create your own special place in this world full of achievements and memories you can look back on as you age. We have all been boobie trapped into believing the Big Boob theory of happiness. No judgements... just learn from the experience.
November 11, 2016
Awesome words! Yes be happy we dont have to keep replacing them or getn sick. Its a change but its for the better.
December 13, 2016
Hi, how are you? did you have your explant? I hope it went well, please let us know.
December 14, 2016
Hi,
I am ok still battling with my weight, I'm 96lbs. I have not had surgery yet, it is scheduled for February 28th.
It gives me time to work on my health, mainly my weight. I also need a bit more time on blood thinners due to the blood clot I had.
I know that I will be happy once they are out. I bought a bra today for post surgery, a really good sports bra, it was on sale so, I thought I would get one now!
I am ok still battling with my weight, I'm 96lbs. I have not had surgery yet, it is scheduled for February 28th.
It gives me time to work on my health, mainly my weight. I also need a bit more time on blood thinners due to the blood clot I had.
I know that I will be happy once they are out. I bought a bra today for post surgery, a really good sports bra, it was on sale so, I thought I would get one now!
December 14, 2016
I've been always underweight, after my 40 something, and divorce! I got into a sort of normal weight but I don't have much reserves of fat in my body either, so I sympathise. My Surgery is only 4 days before yours. Will share results. Ta x
December 14, 2016
Oh, thank you! This site has really given me strength and a realistic expectation. No one else understands the struggle of getting and then removing implants, it is an emotional roller coaster.
Thank you for your support, I will follow your journey, we will be doing it together!!! ((Hugs))
Thank you for your support, I will follow your journey, we will be doing it together!!! ((Hugs))
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I'm almost 50 and 6 days out of explant- saline under the muscle. My only regret is not doing it sooner. I love waking up to my natural self again. Any questions, I'm here for you.
I see the PS for my second time next week.
Hey there, and welcome! Thanks so much for sharing your experience with us. I hope you'll get lots of support from the community. Have you checked out the Breast Implant Removal forum yet? Here's a great post to get you started. Hope you'll enjoy reading it. Good luck, and please keep us updated.
Breast Implant Removal Tips (Pre-op, Surgery Day, and Post-op)
I do not have a date yet but, I'm already nervous.
You're welcome! Glad you found it informative. Keep on updating us - you'll be amazed by the amount of support you'll get in this awesome community!