Currently, there is no known risk of developing breast cancer after breast implants. However, Allergan’s manufactured textured breast implants are linked to a rare cancer called breast implant-associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma (BIA-ALCL). Learn about BIA-ALCL and how to monitor for symptoms below. Can You Get Breast Cancer After Breast Implants? No. According to the…
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Comparing Health Risks of Silicone vs. Saline Breast Implants
Saline breast implants are just as dangerous as silicone implants. Both breast implant types are associated with a rare form of cancer and several other adverse health effects. There is a common misconception that saline breast implants are safer than silicone implants. Since most people are concerned about the risk of silicone leaking into the…
“Explant” Instagram Posts Are Raising Awareness of Breast Implant Illness
Recently, the FDA updated its warning about the dangers associated with breast implants. Women with symptoms of breast implant illness are now turning to social media to share their stories and encourage others with symptoms to have their implants removed. FDA Warnings Prompting Women to Check Their Symptoms Back in 2011, the FDA issued the…
