Explant Breast Surgery & Recovery

Episode 35: Can Breast Implant Illness Cause Long-Term Health Issues?

October 12th, 2023  |  7 mins 46 secs

beast implant illness, breast health, breast implants, chronic inflammation, inflammation, reducing inflammation, women's health

Individuals with breast implant illness experience a range of health issues, attributing them to the presence of their breast implants. One of the main concerns associated with breast implant illness is its potential connection to chronic inflammation, which can have far-reaching implications for long-term health.

Understanding the relationship between breast implant illness, chronic inflammation, and long-term health effects is critical for individuals considering or living with breast implants, as well as for healthcare professionals involved in their care and well-being. In this episode, we delve into the intricate interplay between breast implant illness and the potential lasting impact on an individual's health.

Episode 33: How do I discuss Breast Implant Illness with My Doctor?

September 28th, 2023  |  7 mins 7 secs

beast implant illness, breast health, breast implants, chronic inflammation, inflammation, reducing inflammation, women's health

Breast Implant Illness (BII), a term used to describe a collection of symptoms that some women experience after undergoing breast augmentation or reconstruction surgery with implants, remains a condition that’s not yet widely acknowledged by many in the medical field although there are many women suffering from it.

Many doctors and surgeons may not be well-versed in BII, which can result in misdiagnosis or underdiagnosis, leaving patients struggling to find solutions to their health concerns. That’s why it’s vital to explore more about breast implant illness and dive deep into this topic to take control of your health and wellness. Consider this episode a valuable resource for you to improve how to discuss breast implant illness with your doctor or patients.

Episode 30: Does Breast Implant Illness Cause Weight Gain?

September 8th, 2023  |  8 mins 9 secs

beast implant illness, breast health, breast implants, chronic inflammation, inflammation, leaky gut, swelling, weight gain, women's health

One of the most common observations that I have from my breast implant patients, particularly those experiencing breast implant illness, is that they experience a gradual or rapid weight gain after some time. While breast implants themselves do not directly cause weight gain, there can be various factors that lead to this connection.

Episode 26: Autoimmune Disease, Inflammation and Breast Implants

July 13th, 2023  |  15 mins 35 secs

autoimmune disease, breast implant, breast implants, inflammation

Autoimmune diseases are conditions where the body's immune system attacks its own healthy tissues, leading to chronic inflammation and other symptoms. And although there are case studies and research studies that link breast implants and autoimmune diseases, it is important to note that other factors should also be considered.

As concerns continue to be raised, we deem it necessary to further shed light on such a controversial topic on how autoimmune diseases relate to breast implants.