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52 YO Painful Implants. Wilmington, DE
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Hello Ladies, Just had my 10 YO saline implants...
64purplepeanutsOctober 27, 2016
WORTH IT$950
Hello Ladies, Just had my 10 YO saline implants removed, under local. I've read many reviews for months, many talking about removing capsule as well. I am thrilled to be implant free as I type this, procedure just 3 hours ago. No need to remove capsule, as not silicone, doing so causing more damage.
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October 28, 2016
Its such a good feeling...im happy for you too
October 30, 2016
What are the implant shells made of....I thought both saline and silicone liquid implants were housed in silicone "bags", What are yours made of?
October 30, 2016
They are both medical grade silicone rubber, however it's what they are filled with that poses a risk. I'll try to post an article from the mayo clinic under my name, a few screen shots helps explain the difference.. If you don't see it it's because I can't figure out how to post! If it's not there, You can message me, I can email you the link if you'd like!
October 30, 2016
But for the many who feel the capsules have absorbed leeched out silicon from the implant they really won't feel totally safe unless the "contaminated" capsule is also gone. There should be a ton of independent research to prove definitively one way or the other whether or not capsule tissue contains trace (or greater) amounts of silicon. At that point you decide whether you want to leave them in or take them out.
October 31, 2016
Totally agree! If I had silicone instead of saline I most likely would have wanted capsule removed as well!
November 1, 2016
I think those who opt for capsules out fear some degree of leeching from the silicone material that IS the implant. However microscopic, they have a concern. You'd think there'd have been a study by some major university or clinic to test these capsules and see what percent (if any) do have trace amounts of silicon. Never heard those statistics mentioned but certainly have heard a lot of advocates for full removal of implants and capsules.
UPDATED FROM 64purplepeanuts
3 days post
3 Days Post Explant
64purplepeanutsOctober 30, 2016
Feeling great! Physically a bit sore at the incision site, otherwise amazing! So happy with this decision! This morning when I came down the steps my feet didn't hurt like they always had. May be a good day, will have to see if it continues! I had horrible joint pain in both feet and hands, who knows if it was implant related or arthritis, will wait and see. Bras hit the incision that's under the breast, even sports bras. I am actually excited to go get some comfy new bras as soon as these sutures heal!
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October 30, 2016
Wow!!! Love your price for removal. I have only had one consult, and they said I will need drains as the fluid has to go some where. The quote said capsulectomy, but I thought he said I didn't need them out. First quote for removal $3,300. I did not like the women who I spoke with after the surgeon... I still have more consults. I'm glad your happy. I am too. Just need to get these empty implants out now.
October 30, 2016
The fluid is already gone from your implants,..The ruptured implant, do you feel or see a pocket of fluid somewhere? It didn't look like it,.. I would probably Research that, as long as it was saline, your body should re-absorb it. I was told by several doctors, removing the capsule is more damaging to the muscle. If implants were Silicone, Capsule removal is more important. No need to stitch the pocket back down or use drains. Looking at your photos, it doesn't seem to me that you would need them either. You could probably do it under local and take the Deflated implant out, and see how you do. If it was me, I would be tempted to try that first. Unless they can give you a sound medical reason for anesthesia and capsule removal, I certainly didn't want the added medical risk of either of these! Was thrilled with cost as well, once and done!
October 30, 2016
Yes...I was speaking of fluid accumulation in the pocket space not from the implant. I know drains are a preference depending on what surgeon you use. I'm definately looking for the least invasive way to remove these . I want a few more consultations as it seems everything I do I end up with a minor complication and if drains decrease the risk of fluid accumulation or infection I will consider them. Glad you are doing well.. Will continue to watch your progress
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3 days post
@grace60
64purplepeanutsOctober 30, 2016
Saline vs Silicone
Both shells made from medical grade silicone rubber, just as chemo ports are,.. It's the fill material that is treated differently when removing or ruptured.
...Hope this is OK to add here, if not, please LMK!
Both shells made from medical grade silicone rubber, just as chemo ports are,.. It's the fill material that is treated differently when removing or ruptured.
...Hope this is OK to add here, if not, please LMK!
Hey there! Welcome, and thanks so much for sharing your story with us. Congratulations! You must be so happy to be free again! How are you feeling? Please keep us updated.