Are Breast Implants Safe? Is Breast Implant Illness Real?

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Are breast implants safe? There are now thousands of women who report having autoimmune symptoms believed due to their silicone breast implants. What does the research say? Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Anthony Youn goes through the studies for and against the concept of breast implant illness (BII) and gives his experience and recommendations. He also reviews possible treatments, including his thoughts on explant, capsulectomy, and en bloc removal of breast implants. It's a balanced and fair commentary on a very controversial topic.
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[@olivenajarrodeguzmanpt5055]

Testing of women’s allergies to the components of the implants should be done prior to surgery.

[@bigchungus1924]

It’s not about allergies, the shit literally deteriorates inside the body LOL. It’s not meant for anyone’s body.

[@sandrakersey3737]

@@bigchungus1924 Absolutely. It's filled with a soup of poisons.

[@tatyanacanales569]

@@bigchungus1924 exactlyyy and I feel that those who have had implants for years without symptoms, they just havent had their turn yet, but its coming or maybe they have subtle symptoms without their notice

[@bigchungus1924]

@@tatyanacanales569 yes ma’am. It’s only a matter of when. Things like viruses and heavy metal toxicity in the body also speed up the process. Your chest size isn’t worth compromising your entire health over, ever.

[@ThingsILikke]

From getting into the breast implant community, I’ve seen that only cancer survivors or people that have a family history/brca mutation are smart enough to know that and smart enough to pay out of pocket for it. Very difficult to find good info out of the boob job crowd cuz there are soooo many superficial bimbos in it. Sorry but it makes sense when you look at the whole picture.

[@therealgaragegirls]

For a plastic surgeon with, of course, a financial interest in this issue (remember, he said breast augmentation was one of the most common procedures he performs), I thought his presentation of information was very fairly balanced. I have watched a number of his videos. Always very impressed by Dr. Youn.

[@InitialFailure]

He has a bigger financial interest if he can do more surgeries. The studies he mentions shows an overwhelming lack of causality between the illnesses and implants. At best there may be some correlative connections. It's almost as if he wants people to get implants (money for him) and then take them out (more money for him). Based on this video, there's about as much support for BII as there is for vaccines causing autism.

[@RojitaCali]

Exactly! It's unfortunate the women that do have this experience, but it does not mean that all women (like he said) will get this.

[@sandrakersey3737]

Sadly, there seems to be every bit as much financially successful option to specialize in lifts and fat transfer with every bit as beautiful outcomes. A win/win for everyone. Saline implants are in a silicon casing in which studies have shown the polymers leach into the system and making a high number of women sick. Whether it's 1,000 or 10,000 or 100,000 or a million women getting sick. Every single ones life is important.

[@titi3777]

My rhumatologist has large breast implants!!!

[@summertime9663]

yes yes q

[@Janellabelle]

I think we all know why certain plastic surgeons do not think BII is not real.

[@caro_santamaria]

Indeed. They want the money to put them in and even more money when we urge to take them out 😡

[@ThingsILikke]

If you get that feeling from your plastic surgeon run as fast as you can

[@belindafalgout1675]

Money!!!!$$$$$$$ I went to the surgeon that placed mine 16 years ago... Saline under the muscle. He said something about "the power of suggestion"!?! I guess I should have (suggested) to myself and (willed my breasts to grow)... Before I even had my implants in the first place! It would have saved me a lot of Money, heartache and BII !!! 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@pinkyhotmessx69]

You bet

[@pinkyhotmessx69]

@@belindafalgout1675 yes there are studies of patients getting BIA ALCL with saline. It does happen.

[@rynrose81]

I got implants about a year and a half ago. I did my research then and I’m still doing my research now. And I knew then just like I know now that getting surgery was a risk but every time I looked down at my chest before surgery I knew it was the right choice for that moment and for many moments to come. If my implants made me sick, I would take them out and that still holds true. Ultimately I feel fine, I love my implants. Whatever happens, probably years down the road, happens. My relationship to my body will change and I have to be okay with that (with or without implants). I just thought someone should say that on a video with such one sided comments.

[@zuric7035]

I love this response! I am of the same mindset: save the money and be prepared to take them out at any point if anything starts changing with my health.

[@sandrakersey3737]

I got implants for the same reason. And it's made a world of difference in how I feel about my body. Sadly, I've recently come to realize the havoc they've had on my health for years. It was slow and gradual and that was the last place I would have ever thought to look. It's a really long story but I'm so grateful that we have options. I plan to explant, get a lift and fat transfer. It can't come soon enough.

[@annamarie3288]

@@sandrakersey3737 I'm not religious, but God bless you in your journey. I hope you heal completely ❤

[@Masshole4life]

Unfortunately the problem is when you develop issues, just by removing the implants doesn’t always work. Many women have to live with debilitating issues for the rest of their lives...you better hope that doesn’t happen to you...

[@rynrose81]

@@Masshole4life Unfortunately, the problem is next time you go driving you could get hit by a car. Some people have to live with debilitating issues for the rest of their lives... you better hope that doesn't happen to you... honey

[@CelesteSeeker]

I have a family member who got implants, and after she decided to go bigger she ended up getting sick with what her doctors called an illness that mimicked an autoimmune disease. They tested and tested for everything and tried several different treatments, she just kept getting sicker. She suspected BII and went to place after place looking for a plastic surgeon who would remove her implants. It took over a year just to find a surgeon who would do the explant, but once they were out she started to significantly improve. These days she is doing great. I wish more doctors/surgeons took this seriously.

[@AshJae]

Wow. I never knew how difficult it would be to find a surgeon to take these out. I wish there were more awareness around this issue especially the autoimmune danger I should have seen a doctor to check my health first before implanting.

[@AshJae]

Also, I wish our healthcare system were better equipped to diagnose and treat auto immune disorders. I’ve learned it can take years to even find any diagnoses, let alone a correct one and find any correct treatment So checking my health wouldn’t have helped anyway most likely 🥴

[@arielstone2815]

Omg I've been sick I've been able to get out of bed for almost a year I've had two sets of implants they say I tested positive for scleroderma they say I have arthritis they say it's this they say it's lupus test me for this and that test me for multiple sclerosis I have no energy I can't move my legs don't work I don't know what's going on nobody knows what is going on I'm on pain medicine antibiotics ant psychotics anti depressants.. I have no life anymore.. I never thought of this omg I apologize for the errors in my typing but I use voice recognition it doesn't work that well because my hands are almost paralyzed as well thank you omg

[@SuperOhsarah]

I've had implants for 18 yes and just had them re-done. I have had zero problems and I love them. I had the best surgeon ever

[@GirGirGirGir160]

I want the same experience you have!!

[@nathancook8452]

What type of implants do you have?

[@olga7193]

Sarah what type of implants do u have???

[@priyasingh-ve5rr]

Tell me also

[@jaimenazaryan860]

SARAH robertson ....PLEASE answer all these fine people ...we all wants to know what type of implants did u have

[@charleneh8084]

Not many if any plastic surgeons would post this. Thank you. I’ve had my implants 15 yrs. I feel like I’m Dying! Nonstop joint pain, lower back pain, grey skin tone and the list goes on and on. I’m only 44 and I don’t want to live feeling this way anymore. The constant pain and insomnia is unbearable 😫 Finally linked the implants to my symptoms and made an appointment to see a different plastic surgeon in 2 weeks. I want them out Now!

[@sclerobrained1979]

You're not alone. ❤❤ Mine left me and my youngest son with Diffuse Systemic Sclerosis. 😳😳😭😭 I'm sorry you're sick too. If you had kids and breastfed, watch their health closely for the first 10 yrs.❤ Hugs mama. ❤

[@jorlove56]

@@sclerobrained1979 What type of Dr diagnosed you? Both my implants are leaking, was diagnosed with lupus, but sclerdoma and SJOGRENS were also mentioned. Please respond, ok? I am at a loss of what tests are needed, etc.

[@kristymarie6065]

Did you get them removed? I’ve had mine in for 10yrs

[@gigiabdelmonim9177]

it supposed to change them every 10-20 years or at least remove the capsule

[@ratherbenapping10]

@@jorlove56 get them removed

[@staceydi6787]

I'm 28 and have always had a small framed body. My chest is very small, but proportional to my body. I've often mourned the fact that I never grew in to my own idea of what a woman should look like, and thus heavily considered implants. However, I have a lot of food allergies and battled skin problems (acne, eczema, seborrheic dematitis) off and on on my entire life. I KNOW my body would react poorly to foreign objects on my body. I can say that I'm so happy I chose therapy and self acceptance over implants. I know this isn't possible for everyone but I highly encourage women to use surgery as a last resort. Don't risk your health if it won't be worth it in 10 to 20 years. You are beautiful with or without surgery.

[@yenneferL98]

Femininity and feminine energy comes from within, not from our bodies. Boobs don't make you less/more of a woman. I also have small boobs and I love them! Wouldn't change them, I just want them to be healthy.. 💕

[@julialefkowitz7234]

choosing therapy and self love over implants? wtf....... tons of people go to therapy and love themselves with breast implants. Just bc you can;t get them don't try to tear down others.

[@andreacorrales7349]

But small chest woman are not Biology Sexy or desired

[@chiqa2448]

@@andreacorrales7349 After ten years, even a smaller chested younger 20+ rosy-cheeked young woman will be more desirable than a 30-40+ year old with large natural breasts or implants, if we're talking biology. We should be thinking about whether it's wise to invest in something long term. I'm considering implants, but if your main concern is being desirable, then it's not for you.

[@Adriennecuzzz]

@@andreacorrales7349 umm small breasts are absolutely sexy and attractive and you’ll always look good and feminine with them. The biology with big boobs tho, is that they can be attractive but once the body hits a certain age, they simply don’t look as good as they used to- which many many people would consider to be unattractive and undesirable. And anyways aesthetic isn’t always the reason why many women undergo surgery❤️

[@sarahh3061]

I'm a Registered Nurse in the UK and have seen many surgeons dismiss patients concerns about implanted devices. I encouraged them to pursue their surgeon about it but they said they were not interested. Since that time breast implant illness and the mesh fiasco came out. We appreciate you Dr Youn for being willing to listen and research the opposing side👏🏼 one of my fav online Docs❤

[@normavalenzuela8113]

I love this doctor. If I ever decide to have a face lift, this is my doctor to go to

[@queenofthorns4053]

He’s God sent! I believe the Holly spirit leads him!

[@sarahm2878]

I was sick for 16 years without realizing it was the implants. My liver was overwhelmed and couldnt function at full capacity, so I had issues with digestion. Loose stools, undigested food and fats, yellow/grey eyes and skin, thinning skin, brain fog, fatigue, headaches, muscle pain, these are all symptoms of an overwhelmed liver that cannot detox your body. After 15 years, I explanted and it took a year for me to produce a normal bowel movement. Sounds gross, but I am so proud of my turds now as I have not had a solid turd in 16 years. No more swelling, no more stomach pains. Sorry, but my turds do not lie. This simply cannot be placebo effect. I feel the women who believe that their implants do not effect them, do not correlate them with BII symptoms as do their general practitioners. I simply thought and was told I just had IBS and I was to just deal with it with medications. Explanting has given me results with symptoms that I never knew were effecting me because I just learned to live with the side effects. Ignorance is not bliss.

[@melmel7011]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂just made me laugh, but I can understand that feeling

[@cathwalsh9921]

I’m with you on the turds. A good poo is the most amazing and under-appreciated thing, until you can’t do a good one. If my bowels aren’t happy, I’m not happy. When they are, I can handle anything! I was told I had IBS also (mine is related to dietary intolerances). What they mean is, ‘your bowels are struggling and we don’t know why’. I feel happy for you that you’re feeling so much better.

[@user-vz3fh6oj7d]

Wait!! I wrote a comment about not having any problems with my implants. However, now that you mentioned loose stools and digestion problems, well, that's been happening to me🤔! I wish you would see this comment because I have additional gross questions that are rather embarrassing, but I need to ask. And yes, I've been diagnosed with IBS as well.

[@kathehansell8581]

@@user-vz3fh6oj7d there is an international Facebook group for women with BII. There maybe a Facebook group in your state for women with BII as well.

[@themostUNlikelyCreature]

I struggled with constipation for many years with implants in, now it’s turned to diarrhea, and like you said undigested food, probably also leading to poor absorption of nutrients resulting in fatigue. Gotta be related imo

[@CosmoMakeupgurl]

I have all of these symptoms but no breast implants so im getting the implants.

[@helloyoutube6555]

😂😂😂

[@RoseMiah9191]

Right?😂😂😂

[@Altysha8]

🤣

[@Diamondbeach]

🤣🤣🤣 same! But still debating if I want them.

[@helloyoutube6555]

@@Diamondbeach me too 😭😭 the bad is REALLY outweighing the good.

[@RonenLin]

Fact is "no one knows" and that's scary. Once they figure out why exactly then it becomes an option. Right now it's an expensive Russian roulette.

[@neadse]

Ron Linder very well put! It’s literally a gamble

[@ThingsILikke]

A lot of people think it is due to viruses like epsteen barr and some stds that can compromise the immune system. The implants are the trigger that brings out the problem the viruses caused. That epsteen Barr virus is serous bad news it causes all kinds of cancer

[@goddessmarley6767]

Lapband patients are also having the same issues as our bands are made of silicone as well and by a lot of the same manufacturers!

[@kathehansell8581]

@ Chi Chi agreed. I also think that if a patient has a predisposition for an autoimmune disease , ie. family history, that should also be a consideration.

[@Sound-Dimensions]

we DO know... those hundreds of thousands on social media are ranting away all day long because it IS real. (me included). anecdotal and experiential evidence IS evidence.

[@mamatork7810]

I am one of the woman who struggled with health conditions that didn’t develop until after having implants. I recently started hearing about BII but didn’t think much of it. Then I got a letter for a voluntary recall for the type of implants i had due to a link with a certain type of cancer. My surgeon didn’t feel that my symptoms were related as there really wasn’t evidence to support it. He suggested getting an mri as you should have one every couple years with implants. I got the mri which isn’t covered by insurance and turns out in had 2 ruptures. I decided I didn’t want to go through this again if I replaced them. I explanted and didn’t replace them. Tomorrow marks 1 week for me since surgery. I can’t wait to see how my health improves from here on out. I had nearly EVERY symptom of BII!

[@larac3710]

It is sad to hear what you had to go through, hope your health improves and you'll feel better soon❤️

[@mamatork7810]

Lara C thank you ❤️

[@Harlow_Khmer]

How you feeling now? Hope you're doing better ❤️

[@Cat_Woman2025]

I need mine removed also. 😒. Hopefully next year I will be able to afford it.

[@mamatork7810]

@@Harlow_Khmer I didn’t realize I had a comment so I apologize. It’s been a year since my surgery and I have almost complete numbness on each breast on the outside. I wasn’t aware of massaging them to help prevent this until months after. I am feeling pretty good otherwise. My kids and I noticed less irritability, I can sleep better and pain has improved and the whites of my eyes are brighter . Not to mention it feels really nice to feel “normal” in the chest and surprisingly, I didn’t go to nothing after my removal. Just loss of volume. Very happy I went through with removing and not replacing.

[@maddyG7414]

I’ve been thinking about getting a breast augmentation but I have so many concerns, about health, my ability to do sports, and whether it will be the right choice. I don’t want to risk my health just for vanity, but I’ve always felt self conscious of my breasts.

[@1Cor13.4-7]

As a master trainer and nutrition advisor who did every right, my implants were recalled in 1992. I finally got them removed November 20, 2020. I went from being debilitated to getting my life back after explant. I’m just one of many. I had and still have no auto immune diagnosis’. All 53 of my BII symptoms went away after decades of symptoms after explant.

[@Christy-cw1vv]

I had smooth shell, saline implants for almost 17 years. I just had them out last month. I thought I had done my research even asked about safety of the silicone shell. I went from extremely active, absolutely no health issues to being diagnosed with arthritis 2 years later then a year after that fibromyalgia. I had allergic reactions to shampoos I had used all my life. Fast forward to now...I could literally feel myself dying. I've been diagnosed with leukopenia,RA, liver issues, blood clotting issues that puts me at higher risk for blood clots, low hormones, nonstop sinus infections,the list goes on and on. Of course the brain fog,hair loss,memory issues. The pain throughout my entire body was unimaginable. The moment I woke from surgery I instantly noticed the pain I had for years in my breast was gone. I could breathe better. I could feel my lungs fully expand. My labs from the shell and capsule showed bacteria, culterbacterium acnes, and staphylococcus epidermis.😱 If I would have known half of this information I wouldn't have gotten them. I went back to natural but unfortunately they are smaller then they were before because of tissue that had to be removed and the fact I didnt have alot of tissue to begin with. But I am happy. I'm thankful because I believe we found the problem. I may not fully recover but I will take every bit of good I can get. I was happy with my implants. They still looked great after having kids. I've seen multiple drs and asked if my implants were the issue. I was told no every time. The two I am most disappointed in was a breast surgeon,another a breast cancer specialist. I was basically laughed at and turned away. One laughed and said it wasnt my implants..I had fibromyalgia in my breast.(I knew it wasnt...it wasnt the same pain). If you have implants and have symptoms please dont write it off. Research BII and Trust your gut.

[@Cat_Sterling]

@Crystal, that is horrible! I’m sorry you had to go through all that. Do you mind to share whether they said where all these bacteria, culternacterium acnes, and staphylococcus epidermis appeared on the shell and capsule while being inside the body? How could that happen?

[@liannemarie2504]

Surprise! It happens in saline implants, as well. All implants are in a silicone shell. Saline hospital bags even have a shelf life of 2 years because after that, the silicone starts to degrade into the saline. There are many studies done out there, most in other countries because most still don't want to fully concede because breast implants are so lucrative

[@gatrekfan1111]

Thank you Dr. Youn! This is the most balanced and informative explanation I have been able to find. Most people posting videos on this topic have an agenda. Either they are completely dismissive of BII, or they are try to scare people into believing that everyone with implants will get sick.

[@wilmatouw4397]

but they will, it's just a matter of time.

[@melmel7011]

I seriously don't understand why people would take the risk after knowing about this. At some point in life you will have to remove them.

[@anitramoore9514]

Gotta love a smart man that is NOT biased!

[@thesevenkingswelove9554]

​@@melmel7011 that's not true for everyone. There are people who won't get sick. Again maybe the rate of people getting sick is higher but then there are people who wont

[@sbocaj22]

@@thesevenkingswelove9554but what is true is that you do have to get them explanted and switched out every ten years

[@bella61567]

So glad to see you covering this. I am local and hold you and your practice in the highest regard. When I discovered BII and sought treatment there was nobody local to consult (yes I called your office at the time and was told you don’t do that). I can’t speak to specific “studies” (yet) but have encountered MANY women that had only implant removal with capsulevtomy and symptoms did not go away and after found out about en bloc and went back to have the rest of the capsule removed and had immediate and full recovery. The patients were told at their removal surgery that all the capsule was removed but when symptoms continued and more info was being shared they were convinced capsule was left and sure enough it was (documented with video of the surgery). Also many implants are ruptured and the rupture is undetected and opening the capsule inside the body can of course leak silicone out before removal. I had en bloc because I believed fully that complete removal of all was important. My scar is not bad at all is in the natural fold of the breast but even if not I would have accepted that for complete removal of that poison from my body. I had immediate results and then continued to improve and finally am back to my normal self (happy to share specifics if interested). I recommend you reach out to dr victor urzola he is an amazing highly skilled surgeon who has basically devoted his career to helping women with bii and knows so much and is the kindest gentlest soul and would love nothing more than to share his experiences with another professional looking to learn more. This is a HUGE problem that is just finally beginning to be recognized and only a handful of surgeons that take it seriously and are skilled enough to do a proper reservation. Dr Feng in Ohio women travel from all over the world to see her and she has a very long waiting list. Dr Chun in Ca and Dr urzola and a few others and I hope you will be added to that list soon!! Also I forgot to mention my capsules and surrounding tissue was sent to pathology and was filled with silicone and I had no rupture so they do deep/leak and those poisons that silicone is made up of is throughout the body.

[@ladystrange4769]

bella61567 THANK YOU!!!!!! I’m looking into getting mine out n have been sick for 25 years - long story- What’s the En Bloc? I found Dr who says he’d do capsulotomy -sp?_ so can you please explain the diff? I have fibromyalgia,Raynaud’s,Sjogrens etc. I’m so over this crap n tired of being sick n tired.

[@bella61567]

@@ladystrange4769 The en bloc is where they remove the capsule and implant in tact all together then once out they open up the capsule and remove the implant. The capsulectomy they cut the capsule open still inside you then remove the implant and then they remove as much of the capsule as they can. If you google what's the difference between en bloc and capsulectomy some videos will come up that illustrate the difference (a little graphic). Dr Urzola is one of the videos in the results and Dr Chun has one I saw on google as well. I don't want to spam Dr Youn's page with other videos otherwise I would just link it. Feel free to email me if you want to talk I have been in your shoes and was so lost in the beginning but got very educated along the way and happy to pay it forward if you want someone to talk to. My email is [e-mail]

[@ladystrange4769]

bella61567 hi hun I tried to email you but is said undeliverable:/

[@Tinyteacher1111]

bella61567 Wow! You just described me! I had saline implants put in in 2003, and had a hematoma right away, with a second operation. I started to have constant pain, had back issues, was diagnosed with RA, fibromyalgia, more autoimmune illnesses, severe brain fog, had to retire from my teaching career, and became bedridden for over a year. I finally learned about this, did a ton of research, found a doctor to do an enbloc removal, and immediately started to get better with a clean diet, clean water and clean air. I’ve been working hard at getting better, and now my symptoms are controllable; however, A LOT of my symptoms immediately went away, though, such as my Sjogren’s Syndrome eye ulcerations, my eyesight improved, my cognitive dysfunction, rashes, hair loss, the constant pain between my shoulder blades, strange blood work, food allergies, and allergies to mold went away. I lost so much because of these implants... my sisters who thought I was on drugs still barely talk to me, I lost relationships with men because I was unreliable, cancelled dates, acted like a recluse because of my chronic pain, or they thought I should go see a counselor or just work through it, my friends never called me for a long time until I began to recover. This is not to mention the huge financial burden of having to pay out of pocket for my explant, a LOT of doctor’s bills, functional medicine and holistic treatments that aren’t covered by insurance. It’s absolutely a crime that I was not informed of the dangers of implants, especially saline, that everyone said were “perfectly safe”, and still did right up until I got my implants out. This includes the head of plastic surgery at U of M who is a pompous a....! What came out of my chest was disgusting and looked like slabs of dried up bacon or salami. I have learned that I shouldn’t have had implants put in because I did have autoimmune symptoms and rheumatic fever as a child, but I had NO IDEA that I had these issues, and only know now because of thinking back and doing research. I’m also in the area, and wish I had known about Dr. Youn. He’s now my hero!

[@sandrakersey3737]

Excellent information. I'm in the process of scheduling with Dr. Feng for my explant. Her website if very helpful on the points you have made. For anyone doing your research, you can go to her website. Click on RESOURCES, then WEBINARS. www.fengclinic.com/plastic-surgery-health-office-cleveland/medical-specialists/plastic-reconstructive-surgeon/ She's had decades of experience, studies, etc. on BII. She no longer does implants. She does lift and/or fat transfer for the breasts. There are many wonderful doctors out there that believe in BII and do beautiful work.

[@krystalbluefit]

There are plenty of women with saline implants who are/were ill. The outer shell of the implant is still silicone and it seems the saline are more susceptible to mold accumulation.

[@r.e.4640]

I know of already 2 friends, who years after getting breast implants, became very sick with infections and MORE!

[@alyssareach5287]

It took me 5-8 years to see symptoms and know it was my implants. To me if I’m having catastrophic symptoms and I keep getting medical tests that prove nothing medically is wrong with me it’s the implants in my body reacting to the implants.

[@shayhawks1491]

You will save lives. I thought about breast implants but i don't think it's worth it. Thank You!

[@lmdashley6725]

Considering there are almost 40 chemicals (that have neurotoxins and carcinogens in them) in silicone gel, I'm amazed that the millions of women who have implants aren't extremely ill. They must have an amazing immune system.

[@AnaMaria-ww4iy]

I’ve heard that every woman with breast implants are sick from them but some are less sensitive than others, and some never associate the symptoms with their illness. I’ve heard woman say that they woke up from surgery already sick from the implants

[@saga756]

I had implants. Took them out 8 years ago. I had them for 10 years and no bii. I took them out because I was afraid one was ruptured (it was not). Honestly my health and wellness is the same. I felt good when I had implants and I feel good now.

[@Ms.KGP88]

@@saga756 I guess it's just ones luck. Like playing Russian roulette.

[@roses.9181]

@@saga756 how do they look? Do they look ok? Did you also do a capsulectomy?

[@Sexysmitty69]

Some people's system are better at detoxifying harmful chemicals and metals from their bodies. About 30-40% of the population have a genetic defect where they have an issue with detoxification. I am one of those women. I have a genetic mutation where my body does not effectively or efficiently detoxifies chemicals and heavy metals, so my implants made me very sick.

[@fleurgal001]

Wow!!! I just finished watching your vid. I wish all surgeons would inform patients the risk when you suffer from allergies etc . It makes sense now . I would never had an augmentation If my surgeon was transparent like you . Surgeons don’t even tell you how the Breast will be damage after removal( if patients decides to remove it in the future) All of that should be inform prior the procedure .

[@waterfire4fun]

After having implants for over 15 years, they are being taken out in a few weeks and I can't wait. They can't find anything wrong with me, yet my joints hurt all over, I have recurrent weird rashes, recurrent angioedema, arthritis, fatigue, neuropathy and brain fog. I take no medication at age 57 and have no diagnosis except undefined autoimmune

[@anna.318]

I wish there was a safer way of breast enlargement that didn't involve implants

[@GreenGreda]

TeeTee Gemini_101 Fat transplant has one of highest mortality rates in plastic surgery. Would highly recommend looking into the videos on this channel on Brazilian Butt Lifts (same idea of fat transfer)

[@Nebula.]

@@GreenGreda I’ve watched his videos on the subject and most of his reasonings are about the placement

[@quinnmallory9025]

@@GreenGreda i plan on getting a BBL and there are only 2 i would even think of going to... they have access to different equipment as they’re some sort of super surgeons aha their surgery is actually considered v safe

[@quinnmallory9025]

@@ckm6407 some of us are trans

[@quinnmallory9025]

@@ckm6407 just meant some of us can’t just have natural bodies and be happy w it no need to get ur panties in a bunch lmaooo get over urself

[@kathehansell8581]

This just made me tear up. 😢 I’ve lived with so much breast pain over the past 20+ years. My implants are Baker scale IV. my implants were done in 1978. Yes that’s right, they’re over 40 years old. I’m so wishing I could find a surgeon here in Oregon, that believes in BII, takes Medicare & willing to do the complete explant. I’m so hoping Dr. Youn, you could refer me to someone. I live in a small rural town, in southern Oregon. Our nearest airport is an hour and a half away this time of year. I’ve seen one surgeon who was willing to do the explant, but because of where I live, I’m nervous about the surgery. I didn’t start having an BII symptoms till the early 1980s & the first big hit was hypothyroidism, an autoimmune disease. I didn’t realize at the time, I would’ve been predisposed to it anyway, but multiple symptoms started rearing their ugly heads not long after. I guess my biggest concern & worry over a small town doctor is him not believing me with all the health issues that have occurred since the implants were done. Please please Dr Youn, help me if you can

[@creativegirl9710]

In Salem, Oregon, there is a Dr Leonard that is doing the explant surgeries.

[@rd1534]

Same thing happened to me - Thyroid was first -

[@thatlaserlady3899]

Someone needs to start a non profit to assist people like you.

[@Lotusblume.8]

I had chronic migraines up until my day of surgery. I woke up without it and haven’t had one since then. I explanted 5 weeks ago and only wish I had done it way sooner or never gotten them at all. I have had a list of other symptoms and I can only say I feel so much better now. Mine was under the muscle and en bloc. One side was ruptured and for a while, which was making me super sick and my lymph nodes and thyroid was swollen for years. I have a bigger scar but I don’t care. The capsule holds all the toxins and that needs to get out of out of your body. It does nothing if you keep the capsule in. A skilled surgeon who has to get in there and scrape everything off your ribs and armpits will do an en bloc. It’s worth it!

[@mizera_mykle]

Silicone vs Saline implants is obviously a test that needs to be done as well as looking at the implant capsule material itself. Early days of implants found a capsule material was quickly breaking down so it was pulled. Love what you're doing Dr. Youn 🤗💞

[@susanimai4014]

I just had my breast implants removed yesterday. I had my implants put in1974 when I was 18 years old. They say you should have them replaced every ten years. I didn't do that yet having every symptom on and off though out the years. The human body doesn't like them. There are new studies out that indicate that they are harmful. When I look at women now with smaller breasts, I think they are beautiful. I didn't have allergies or any auto immune problems prior to surgery. Those developed after implants and they didn't happen right away. When my mother started smoking in the 1940's she thought she was glamorous and that's how I felt about my breast implants when I was young and dumb.

[@foreverNwonder]

Congrats!!! Hope you’re starting to feel better ❤️

[@argoneonoble]

It was great he emphasized really thinking about whether you want breast implants, but he left out a major point that it is a life commitment of getting more surgeries as all implants have to be replaced. (Unless the implant outlives you)

[@littlelam3691]

That’s not true anymore. They only need to be replaced if one ruptures, which is unlikely.

[@jeans1129]

I had a breast augmentation and lift with silicone implants in 2010 but had them removed in 2019. I don’t think I would have made it without the removal, was on the path towards depression because of the symptoms which included brain fog, joint pain, hair loss, fatigue and dry mouth. It took time for my body to recuperate and get back in shape. I also suffered from stress and anxiety which did not help my adrenal glands, thyroid and hormones. I am glad to be natural again.

[@nathancook8452]

What type of implants did you have?

[@jeans1129]

@@nathancook8452 silicone “memory gel”.

[@leslieleslie5047]

I have BII. My story is extreme; sad and hard to conceive. My Skincare Business dissolving, relationships destroyed, my health is an hourly battle. I am one that the chemicals in the silicone damaged my brain health the most. I have been ruined from this illness. Let me reword that. I have been forced to face a challenge I didn’t want. I fight minute by minute. One of the hardest parts about this s watching the people and doctors around me react to my illness. It’s heartbreaking to see the people u love and your caretakers look at you like your crazy’ like they don’t believe any of this is true. It’s devastating and it never ends because the BII never stops. I fight symptom to symptom putting out fires. It’s true BII exists and it kills and damages the human body. ❣️ Leslie ❣️

[@sclerobrained1979]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ you are not alone. Sick sick here too. Made the mistake of having another child with them in, now he has this fatal disease too.😭😭😭 What the manufacturers are getting away with is straight up criminal.😭🙄

[@annamarie3288]

Sue the companies who made the implants! All the bii sufferers should sue these devils

[@zoemalayla.]

I’m so sorry :( Have you taken them out? Do you still feel this bad with them out?

[@soozt828]

Thanks Doctor. Had silicone with one change for 40 years. Last 12 years, chronic joint pain and nerve damage, insomnia...No doctor will take me seriously. Had all tests for reason for chronic joint pain in ALL joints, no results show arthritis, no reason for nerve damage...Having my implants out finally in 10 days, sick of not being believed as far as my chronic pain. Really hoping explant relieves my pain, I'm desperate for relief finally.

[@Noname-oo9gn]

Hope your feeling better now❤️🙏

[@CatsInaCradle]

Wow! That's a plethora of study information. A person knows their own body way better than anyone else...even a doctor. So when women report symptoms they are certainly real. Autoimmune illness can also be triggered by certain things like trauma to the body ie: any kind of surgery too. Good video!

[@InitialFailure]

Maybe in some cases but this isn't always true. If someone says they hear god telling them to murder people. does that mean they really are hearing a divine being? Probably no. Just because someone claims something is happening, this not does make it so. This is why so many studies are conducted.

[@lmdashley6725]

@@InitialFailure Studies done by those who have a financial interest in implants? I trust these women with BII and their stories over the manufacturers of medical devices and the medical establishment paying for these studies.

[@InitialFailure]

@@lmdashley6725 why? I'm not so sure it's reasonable to assume that there's this nefarious medical organization that wants to give false reports on a product that is so commonly used and stands to suffer if they falsely report that it's safe. It's in their best interest to find out if there is a causal link, fix it and have happy customers. Or if you really want to look at it simply; is it more likely that a conspiracy is happening or merely some patients have a bias towards poor internet data searches backed by little to no actual studies? Are you an antivaxxer too?

[@janmariablackwell8138]

So okay, I got a high grade lymphoma from my implants but looking back and trailing through my past medical notes, there were clues that something was going on somewhere in my body for some years before I got lymphoma. I had a persistently raised white blood count and CRP, which my doctors had ignored. My breasts had grown slowly bigger and by the look of things, were constantly fighting a silent infection. I believe it was this infection that was making me ill and in many cases, this is what BII is.

[@amberlynn4808]

I was sick for 9 years due to BII! I had them removed a year and a half ago en-bloc and am living my life again. I was at the point of telling my husband and daughter that life wasn't worth living anymore. I was almost completely bedridden! I've got my life back! When you suffer so much for so long, spend thousands of dollars on specialists and your family worries you might choose not to exist anymore, the scars are a small price to pay for living again.

[@Aksi25]

What type of implants did you have? I’ve been considering changing mine out for new and smaller ones but now I’m wondering if I should just remove them and get a lift.

[@rebelliousraven]

Can you do an update to this video? And please look more at saline vs silicone is there a difference? If you have significant symptoms (but are happy with the implants themselves) are there tests (lab etc) that can help distinguish if the implants are causing problems?

[@Saidriak]

I'm a trans woman, and this is one of those things that is really difficult for me. I have to choose between suffering from gender dysphoria, or potentially from the impact and side effects of surgeries. Idk which one would cause more harm in the long run...

[@WYIN98]

Do you know if there's any studies with trans women and breast implant illness?

[@Sarah.VilasBoas]

Honestly, BII and Asia syndrome are a possibility, your gender dysphoria is a certainty. I think in your case it's worth the risk, specially because you're treating a condition, só it's not only for aesthetics. Hope everything works out for you ❤️

[@Sarah.VilasBoas]

But of course you should do a check up and talk to your doctor if you have any autoimmune diseases

[@trudizzlegaming6526]

@@Sarah.VilasBoas totally agree

[@jorlove56]

Don't augment, hormone shots will enlarge your breasts.

[@christiea.6778]

Do you have any videos on fat transfer to the breast vs. implants?

[@haroldharold9042]

He’s done videos on BBL, which is a similar procedure, and it has the highest mortality rate of any plastic surgery.

[@Highsea]

Yep. I've had too many symptoms and have been really sick. I'm having mine explained in 3 days

[@gretchenholowicki8125]

YAY! MAY GOD BLESS YOUR HEALING!!

[@sandrakersey3737]

CONGRATULATIONS!! I'm right behind you. How are you doing?

[@Highsea]

@@sandrakersey3737 I'm good. Had my implants removed 6 months ago and I feel great

[@mzbreezy1956]

Is BII real?... YES Should u get them... NO.. Very simple..

[@InitialFailure]

Why? How did you come to this conclusion?

[@mzbreezy1956]

@@InitialFailure i had breast implants for 7 years and i was very very sick. My doctors said it was "all in my head" and i can't believe anything thats in Google searches and if i would of listened to them i would still be sick to this day. I explanted 8 months ago and the moment i woke up from surgery my symptoms started going away. Its unbelievable and i thank God every day for a second chance at life. The medical industry doesn't want to admit its real and been covering up BII since the early 40s. Do the research its out there.

[@InitialFailure]

@@mzbreezy1956 I have, cite one, just ONE study that shows a direct causal link between implants and these symptoms. Just one. Second, why didn't you just pray if you think God gave you a second chance?

[@mzbreezy1956]

@@InitialFailure there is more then one site facts on BII, statements from the FDA on the link between implamts and a rare cancer, countless documentaries and thousands of testimonials from women all over the world who all have the same or similar symptoms. And i did pray to God and he revealed the implants made me sick is why i i researched it for over a year before i explanted. I pray you have a blessed day and you find whatever answers you are seaching for

[@animallover5626]

Mrs. Johnson You seem lovely I hope you have a long happy and healthy life!

[@sandrakersey3737]

If my sources are correct, here's what's in silicon. Remember, the saline implants are in silicon casings and the polymers can leach into the system. Ask yourself, "would I drink from a plastic water bottle that been sitting in the hot car all day?" Or, do you microwave your food in plastic containers? That's a small comparison. Then ask yourself, would I put these ingredients in a syringe and inject myself with it daily: methyl ethyl ketones (neurotoxin), cyclohexanone (neurotoxin), Isopropyl alcohol, Denatured alcohol, acetone (neurotoxin), Urethan, polyvinyl chloride (neurotoxin), Amine, Toluene (neurotoxin/carcinogen), dichloromethane (carcinogen), chloromethane, ethyl acetate (neurotoxin), silicone, sodium fluoride, lead-based solder, formaldehyde, talcum powder, oakite (cleaning solvent), methyl 2-cyanoacrylate, ethylene oxide (carcinogen), xylene (neurotoxin), hexon, 2-hexanone, thixon-OSN-2, stearic acid, Naptha (rubber solvent), phenol (neurotoxin), benzene (carcinogen/neurotoxin), lacquer thinner, epoxy resin, epoxy hardener 10 and 11, printing ink, metal cleaning acid, heavy metals such as aluminum and platinum, silica, link oxide.

[@kimberlykrupke5715]

I am a FORMER owner of silicone breast implants. I became ill about 4yrs after my reconstruction for breast cancer. I was debilitated by flares at least once a month. I had a very painful rash to my trunk. Interestingly the rash spared the area directly on the implants. I would run fevers to 101F. I would feel like I had the flu. As time progressed I began having generalized joint pain and severe brain fog. My lab work corroborated my symptoms with my inflammatory markers going through the roof. Unfortunately after removal many of my symptoms did not resolve. I became too ill to work and have remained under the care of a Rheumatologist. It was all a very terrifying experience. Today I'm able to do many activities but still experience flares which are like a very bad flu. I know this is on the rare side but women need to be aware that this is a possibility. You believe you've survived breast cancer only to experience this nightmare.

[@belleh7158]

I’m Sorry this happened to you and thank you for sharing I hope you are feeling better ? Hugs to u!

[@tammy800]

Very real I had my implants removed and never felt better. Had saline implants by the way! They’re all made of silicone (outer shell) I was so sick I thought I was dying and my husband fell upon information that sounded like me!!!!!!

[@098vx]

You’re are always so informative! Love ya Dr Youn ⭐️

[@wendygonzalez1704]

I want to get my boobs done so bad, because I practically don’t have anything. But after reading all these comments and some terrible experiences that women have gone through with various health problems I’m definitely not going to put my body through all that pain. I rather be healthy than having big boobs.

[@Miss_PANDAS]

You're the type of surgeon every woman needs to see! I am choosing smooth saline implants because of long standing autoimmune disease. The thing to understand with autoimmune disease is it takes years to develop. These studies showing no correlation are too short, and ideally women with implants should be studied for 10 to 20 years. Also, if the implants have been removed after initiating an autoimmune disease, the process is far to complex to be resolved quickly. Women need to heal after autoimmune disease and this is dependent on various biochemical and environmental factors. But it is still absolutely necessary to remove what caused the immune system to attack and dysregulate. Another point is industry funding. Many studies on breast implants are funded by the manufacturers of implants. And guess what they find? Big food industries are heavily conflicted by their funding and it would be like coca cola showing no negative health effects from drinking coke for 7 years! Implants are foreign to the body and are contained in a women's secondary sex characteristics full of sex hormone receptors. It makes perfect sense why women would develop autoimmunity.

[@butterbean3892]

Really good balanced video, I've seen so many surgeons just ridicule the sufferers.

[@ladym994]

thank you for being honest. Would love to see more surgeons share this information, specially if they know it

[@iamintothewoods]

Saline implants also are giving us women problems due to what the shell is made of. It's an unnatural object in the body that the body will attack. If you have any immune issues the implants will make it worse. Your body can only fight so hard. I was diagnosed with Lupus/Sjorgrens and Fibro. Another Dr. suggested I need to see a Pulmonary Dr due to the chest pressure and get MRI due to body failing to work properly like muscles etc. I am a Licensed Sport Therapist and I know a lot of my body. I believe 100% that the implants are making my body have to work harder. I am getting mine out!! Regardless of who says what. 1,000's of women cannot be wrong.

[@Harlow_Khmer]

Did you get yours out yet?

[@mR-dc4oq]

Thank you for this video. It seems we are at the early stages of understanding this illness.

[@InitialFailure]

@@DoctorYoun what? Nothing you showed at all demonstrated in any way a causal relationship between implants and BII let alone that it's real. Anecdotal testimony, small sample sizes (used in the "BII is real" studies) and very vague correlative connections between BII and implants does not make BII even likely. The only thing I can't figure out is why do you believe it's a thing.

[@christinajones5187]

@@DoctorYoun I would be interested to see studies on saline/silicone implants and links to chronic depression and or autism/add/adhd in the children of those who have them.

[@rebekahfabina8919]

Breast Implant Illness does NOT just effect silicone implants. I had submuscular (under the muscle) saline implants for 12 years and just explanted 3 weeks ago due to BII. I am SO blessed to have been almost completely healed as soon as my implants were out. Just don't put fake things in your body.

[@Sexysmitty69]

A lot of women are having issues with their saline implants. The implant's shell is still made out of silicone and contains the same chemicals. Also, it is still a foreign object that causes the immune system to overreact.

[@N0N4M30]

It does go for any implant doesn’t matter if it’s a breast implant or booty or tooth implant

[@vennusoto9790]

Wow this is so upsetting 😢😢 I have seriously been contemplating to do this surgery.

[@ivankacollado2445]

Vennu Soto F that, don’t do it girl....doesn’t seem worth it. You’re stunning, you probably look great without them. This video is scary

[@shyandagger4135]

I cancelled my surgery a few days ago just a little over a week prior to when I was supposed to get surgery. Please do your research. I am so glad I cancelled.

[@alyciahuetter2470]

Shyan Dagger I’m in the same boat. I put down a deposit but canceling this week. I’m upset about because it’s something I’ve wanting for so long. How are you feeling?

[@shyandagger4135]

Alycia Huetter honestly it’s been kinda hard for me because before I always just knew I would have boobs one day when I could buy them. Well now that’s not an option so I’ve definitely been a little sad. I don’t regret my decision to cancel at all and I won’t change my mind but it definitely does suck. When I feel down about it I just remember how lucky I am to have a healthy functional body.

[@shyandagger4135]

Alycia Huetter also, I really want to travel and see the world so now I that I have a refund, that’s thousands of dollars that I can use for traveling and experiences instead of plastic surgery so that also helps me to feel better.

[@mscrunchy68]

A link has been established between implants and anaplastic large cell lymphoma!! This is a big issue and goes way beyond chronic fatigue. I am dismayed by the number of needless surgeries and risks that people are willing to subject themselves to and yet more dismayed by any surgeon's willingness to perform so many operations. Nips and tucks may be pretty safe but as you start introducing foreign bodies into a body, you are running risks. Avoid, avoid, avoid!

[@gardener5857]

Why would I trust any study that was administered by the manufacturer of the product? Not exactly an objective party.

[@liawatson5789]

I think that Breast Implant Rejection is a better term imo

[@GlamLux]

I think you are right. The doctor told me not to massage my textured implant. I must take care of it. Because my body will reject it. He said for the first two years my activities must be limited. I am not even allowed to ride even a roller coaster 🤣

[@marylundblad]

How about addressing the FDA required black box warnings and patient communication guidelines? The shell of all implants - whether filled with saline or silicone - the shell of all implants is made from silicone. Talk about the additional forms of cancer that are now linked to breast implants. Talk about the implants that have been recalled. Talk about the need to have MRIs every 2-4 years to check for ruptures. Talk about the need for a major surgery to replace the implants every 7-10 years for the rest of your life. Talk about how the capsule contains the toxins that leech out of the implant. Talk about how silicone is found within women's bodies - even within the brain. Talk about how en-bloc removal is key to minimize further spreading of toxins. Talk about how skilled surgeons can do en-bloc without leaving disfiguring scars. Talk about how women who's surgeons left a capsule end up going back into an additional surgery to remove the capsules due to continued Breast Implant Illness issues. Dr Youn you need to update your posts.

[@stephanieramirez2947]

Spot on. The silicon in the brain scares me. I'm counting days to my explant.

[@yvonneQ3Q]

Hi Dr Youn, thanks for this informative and comprehensive video. Also really appreciate your honest opinion on this topic. Could you do an updated version of this video with newer studies?

[@Beanssss_]

Moral of the Story: Ladies please love your body the way it is! Please don't spend thousands of dollars on something that you will regret later in the future.

[@JamaicanMillionaire]

My implants almost killed me. I had 11 years of different illnesses that no doctor could find answers to. I felt toxic, I looked old and felt old. My mouth and body odor was terrible. My hair fell out. I had vag bleed for 8 months then I had Premature menopause, low libido, heat intolerance, metalic taste, weight gain, dental cavities, severe dry mouth, joint pain, arm numbness, severe bloating and gas. Blurry vision, choking sensation during meals, chest pressure, leg swelling, constipation, severe insomnia, irritability, depression, elevated ANA and sed rate. I was left with memory problems to the point where I had to quit my job. I was left sick and broke. I finally found a doctor in Tijuana Mexico, short walk across the border of San Diego that took them out . Cost me a lot less that what was quoted to me by doctors here in the US. I am 1 week postop and I have been feeling so much better . I was told I will have to detox my system to get back to normal. I would encourage anyone with breast or buttock implant to get them out if you are feeling sick without any explanation from doctors .

[@loan008]

CJ Matalon Are you feeling better now? I have the same symptoms as you, specifically the body and mouth odor. I’m planning an explant in May. Have your body odor gone since the explant?

[@chargergurl1040]

I have the same symptoms. I've been searching for a surgeon in Tijuana, but most don't or want to perform en bloc surgery. Can you tell me the name of the doctor you went to?

[@teresawaldrop3169]

There is a type of Lymphoma that is specific to breast implants. Infact, women who get this type of cancer related specific to breast implants are then treated with chemotherapy.

[@jgalt5002]

Inteersting . I wonder if anyone with cheek or chin implants have experienced anything like BII?

[@janmariablackwell8138]

Yes they have. There is at least one case of ALCL related to a chin implant.

[@jorlove56]

@@janmariablackwell8138 Those implants are solid silicone, not a gel that leaks or seeps the silicone into the entire body.

[@sandrakersey3737]

I wondered that as well. I have a friend who got buttocks implants and has been very sick. I've been meaning to contact this couple. Silicon converts to silica inside the body. Silica is a much smaller molecular structure therefore able to travel throughout the body and wreck havoc. This is why saline implants are also making women very sick as well. They don’t even have to leak.

[@sandrakersey3737]

@@jorlove56 But the polymers do. It's like if you leave your plastic water bottle in a hot car all day, or heat your food in the microwave in plastic containers. Or if you've noticed the dash of your vehicle gets sticky. These are the polymers leaching from the solid textile covering .

[@wilmatouw4397]

yes

[@bellagirl1055]

I think autoimmune diseases are grossly under diagnosed. Many go undetected for years or decades until their severity at that point makes them get attention from the individual.

[@destinywilliams5763]

I just had my silicone breast implants removed 3 days ago. I hope my symptoms get better. I was sick for along time. Drs couldn’t find anything wrong with me. I felt like I was dying.

[@pinar5673]

Destiny Williams thanks for sharing I hope you’re better now 🙏🏼

[@Diavolica]

Hope you are well!!! May I ask what this does to your breasts? The removal I mean, are your breasts back to their natural smaller self or did something change ?

[@sandrakersey3737]

Congratulations on your explant. How are you doing now?

[@rozinan7400]

It’s hard because the symptoms are just like my thyroid when it’s under active.

[@HannahMerrifield]

Right? If I had implants when my thyroid issues flared I probably would have blamed the implants.

[@itpatriot]

I know one thing for sure- after explanting those awful sacks of poison from my boobs I have steadily been exponentially better since day one!!! Anyone thinking about getting implants better consider what they’re getting themselves into. I had my silicone implants put in at about age 20. I got severe capsular contracture so a year later that doctor put larger ones in, supposedly to keep the contracture from happening. Well, it still happened. Either way I never ever would have believed in BII at that time. About 15 years later I had them redone under the muscle with the contracture fully removed. Both implants were ruptured btw!! I loved the new implants and they stayed soft with no capsular contracture and looked awesome. But this is when I started having issues, although I would never have attributed any issues at all to my implants. Also, about 7 yrs later, my right implant had bottomed out, which is a term that means the implant started slipping out of the breast pocket and sat lower on my rib cage. Yes, literally sliding down my chest. I went under the knife yet again where the surgeon opened me up to reposition the implant as well as place special permanent sutures to keep it in place. Fun. I then had to wear a sports bra 24/7 from then on. Yes, forever basically. Then in 2018 I had a very good friend explant and I finally woke up to the fact that since I’d done everything I could possibly ever do to keep my body in peak health yet was consistently feeling worse, I knew it had to be these bags of poison. I’m a lifelong health nut and fitness professional who should NOT have been feeling like age 90 at age 52! So at this point, 4 surgeries later and the current implants about 15 yrs old, I knew that they needed to go. Guess what? These too were found to be ruptured upon explant!! Bottom line is that I’m THRILLED to be free of fake, toxic objects in my body and I now feel like I did in my 30’s!! My immune system has healed!! As you can see I have a LOT of experience of my own with implants and I hope that my story will help others make the choice to NOT get implants!!! Be a bad ass and love your boobs as they are!!! Eat healthy and exercise and let your beauty shine through that, NOT fake boobs!!🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@inira7418]

I have for 25 years now and I havent till now a single problem, everithing is going really well, but my mentality changed and I miss my natural body has mother nature made me

[@LindaBlackYoga]

I had my silicone implants removed and replaced with Saline after 10 years and feeling more and more not myself. I had immediate relief from BII symptoms (brain fog, fatigue, etc). I first put them in at age 23 and I am now 57. I've had 3 surgeries in 34 years. I'm not sure if my saline implants are contributing to my fatigue or not. It is possible. If I had to do it all over again I would just get a good padded bra and call it good. The risk/reward is not worth it. Think about long term. They will be with you for life. When you reach your 50s it is much harder to decipher what is going on in the body. Rule out implants by not getting them would be my advice.

[@erinleary5873]

This is me. Got mine at 33 and I'm now turning 50 and started having BII symptoms about three years ago passing ot off as perimenopause. After further research I've discovered that it's my implants. I will explant October 6th Hope you are improving :)♡

[@ericadoane4944]

I’ve had silicone implants for 8 years. I was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease (Hashimoto’s) 2 years ago. That same time I was told I might have a prolactinoma, which later was confirmed after an MRI. I have a handful of other symptoms as well that’s on the typical BII chart. How would I go about finding a doctor to take me seriously about this? I’ve spoken with 2, and they just write off as symptoms due to my other diagnoses.

[@1laspicy]

What if you have no symptoms I’ve had them for about 3 yrs should I just take them out before I start having symptoms of BII? My health is definitely more important to me what do you recommend?

[@BiiSupportbyKeri]

Here is my health decline speech to the FDA back in March at the hearings on breast implant safety. I had little to no issues at the 3 year point as well. By 9 years I truly believed I was dying. Health is more important than anything in this world. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jGfUq2dnaJdlpsk

[@Yvuyctxtxtx]

@@amybeers888 Uneducated opinions don’t count.

[@RosieFairytale]

Have implants since 13 years, no problems and am very very happy with them

[@busybea1234]

It's a foreign body inside of you. It makes sense that some people's bodies would reject it and have autoimmune symptoms. Does it matter what Drs say? I mean thousands of women are complaining about the same symptoms ... coincidence? I think not.

[@PS-hi9os]

it can be. how many women don’t check their iron levels? don’t eat fruit and vegetables? don’t exercise? sit at home all day? they’re allll factors.

[@busybea1234]

@@PS-hi9os thousands of women? Coincidence? Nope.

[@carmenh.2518]

Not just silicone, I have saline and my doctor 100% says this could be what's wrong. My body is attacking its self and no one can find out why. After I explant next week I have to wait 6 weeks and have all testing redone

[@jamesnapper2285]

Same just had ex plant 5 weeks ago feeling better

[@carmenh.2518]

@@jamesnapper2285 that's awesome, I had mine and finally got a diagnosis. My doctor said it was the implants. It's sad it's not recognized more

[@greeneyes505]

I have saline Mentor implants that I got 17yrs ago. I was told they were safe. I am only learning now that the implant itself is silicone. I was diagnosed with Menieres disease 10yrs ago due to my symptoms. I was just told about BII. I'm so angry about all of this. I am making arrangements for explant & have given info to my friends with implants who are all sick.

[@mR-dc4oq]

GreenEyes505 !!! Made an appointment to see my doc- same thing here... don’t know if it’s the implant or not.

[@InitialFailure]

So you find out there's no causal link between implants and the symptoms and now you're mad? Well the good doctor is more than happy to take your money-I mean implants out.

[@fayfalcon7642]

I had paid for my surgeries .... mommy makeover.... November 6. My ekg was abnormal so my surgery was canceled. Maybe a blessing in disguise. I never knew the shell of the saline breasts was silicone also. I hate me saggy breasts and striae on my tummy.... but I may have to live with that. $14,000. Still waiting for my stress tests.

[@TheBakingGirlShow]

U havent changed them in 17 years???

[@deirdrenickel2987]

I trust him, he is not selling anything and he is very honest about all the possibilities good or bad. He is making it is clear he believes that when women say they are sick from the implants they are. He's not going to tell you it's anxiety pills, he will do what's right for you!

[@idraculaa]

I have many auto immune issues already, which I manage by living the healthiest lifestyle possible. I would love to get breast implants however, but I am certain my body would not have a good reaction to the foreign body. I wish there were some other, more natural options for breast enhancement. The most natural available, currently - I believe, is fat transfer. However the shaping given by an implant can't be given in the same way through this procedure (from what I am told). Would be amazing to have more options!!

[@tabbygray1160]

I thought about getting breast implants, but not planning on going big just a small lift, yet the different things that can go wrong and the risk makes me unsure if it is really worth it.

[@dr.reviewsfrompersonalexpe7603]

Actually proving b i l l is real would be bad for business. Keep that in mind

[@ritacontreras7146]

Im going to die I don’t have the money to get my breast implants out. I been so sick for going on three years. It’s a horrible feeling with fatigue and weight gain, memory fog, etc.

[@hamptidampti9410]

Thank you so much for this informative video. I was a healthy person before I got my implants. 4 months after Implantation I got Alopecia areata and lost almost all my hair. I lasted for seven years. When it was gone other symptoms followed (sweating, fever, rheumatic aches, acne, hormonal disbalance, uveitis, and many others). No doctor ever told me it could be the implants.

[@RojitaCali]

Did you have Silicone?

[@janerimer6475]

Correction: you state that silicone implants are causing BII. Untrue. Also saline, as the shell covering is just as toxic.

[@jennky8447]

Dr. Youn, is there some sort of blood test that may determine the likelihood of an immune response to silicone that can be done before surgery which can help a woman (or doctor) make a more informed decision in choosing between silicone and saline implants (similar to a patch test on the skin with a new cream or makeup)? Thanks.

[@play4alley]

Thanks for this honest review.

[@brookekilgore5937]

I have eczema and possibly anemia i still plan on getting implants and if anything causes a reaction that get bad I’ll remove them but never blame plastic surgery because I’m aware I have autoimmune and my body is unpredictable in what it reacts to . People buy cars for way more money will zero ability to predict when someone could crash into the car but that doesn’t stop people from getting what they enjoy. At the end of the day some people preach on BII because they already have something out against people who enhance their features for cosmetic reasons but as soon as someone gets plastic surgery for reconstruction reasons due to an accident for example nobody bats an eye because it clearly is adding to their quality of life .

[@usernamekrn8729]

There's a connection science has just not proven it yet. It's good to see someone taking it seriously. Thank you.

[@marta77inf]

Every study is done I believe has economic reason to denied the fact of how sick we all get. You speak with candor about this. Our lives are destroyed.

[@AV-ss3vy]

So, I got silicone implants in 2014 after I had a baby. Now, I'm going to the doctor, to have them removed. I'm always exhausted, I have constant joint pain, depression, have issues losing weight, constant brain fog...

[@HelloTruDee]

I just saw that the Natrelle brand had been recalled in 2019. The youtuber SimplyNessa15 had them and she got them removed due to BII. I’ve watched alot of youtubers who had it had textured implants or silicone.

[@SolSkinn]

I know my friend had all those symptoms. Had. She has died. She had weight loss surgery first. Then her husband insisted on IVF- they had twins. He then insisted she get breast implants. She got silicone. She started to not be able to keep weight on. Before she passed, she weighed like 80lbs. She had RA, thought she might have had lupus. It was a very sad death. She just waisted away like an AIDS patient in the 80s. She didn't have any HIV or anything. I will always believe the breast implants were the catalyst.

[@pilarneary3526]

Thank you, Dr. Youn. Great information! 🤗🌺🤗

[@MissyTC-86]

And so many women do say they’re symptoms improve greatly when they explant.

[@cf3129]

Why am I watching this 30 minutes before my breast augmentation surgery ? 😳

[@quashawnmurphy1456]

Did you go through with it?

[@universe3356]

Sierra Jameson 😳 did you go through it?😐

[@Samantha777love]

If you got them, make sure you keep an eye out for symptoms!

[@nisrinnacer3957]

Thank you so much we really need doctors like you 😊

[@megan2299]

Would you happen to know why some surgeons are charging the same, if not more to remove the implants? Seems fishy to me. Taking advantage of the issue perhaps?

[@larac3710]

I think It is because explanting with the capsule is a more invasive surgery that takes more time. Sometimes patiens also need a lift, or some type of reconstruction wich is a more difficult surgery than just putting in implants.

[@kimiisin]

Explantation is a longer and more complex procedure. This involves opening up a wider area than when you implant it removind dead/compromised tissue cleaning out the area and then closing it back up attempting to reconstruct or keep the shape as much as possible, and if your removing the capsule that is more work aswell.

[@megan2299]

@@kimiisin it doesn’t make sense to me honestly... removal of the capsule and implant should be done when having an implant replaced or just removing it because you don’t want them anymore... why should this cost the same price as implants? Does this mean if I get them replaced it will cost me even more?!

[@anitaaylward3142]

Dr. Khan has proven en bloc is the Gold Standard .

[@stephanypasnin1474]

I have the mentor textured in. Am having them out soon. Have all these symptoms plus psoratic arthritis all through my body

[@jorlove56]

Me, too re arthritis. I can't find plastic surgeon to perform cuz I have Medicare, which will cover due to medical reasons. But surgeons are cash only, don't want to deal with it.