Guest guest Posted March 29, 2009 Report Share Posted March 29, 2009 Hi everyone... I had saline implants in February of 1999; Mentor " adjustable " . I had no problems until 5 years later. I had a positive ANA and high sed rate. From there it was a downward spiral, culminating with a diagnosis of connective tissue disease and chronic ITP. I've seen numerous Hematologists, Rheumatologists, and even more plastic surgeons. Not one doctor ever mentioned my implants possibly being the culprit. I am now very sick and the chronic ITP has totally changed my life. It has only been the last few days that I have begun my search and have decided that it is time to have my saline implants removed. I now know that the surgery must be performed by a competent doctor, one who has experience in explantation, who agrees that it should be done en bloc, total capsulectomy, and does not argue the use of drains. The problem now is, who???? I live in New Mexico and the closest doctor I can find is in Texas. Rave reviews; only two negative. With the diagnosis of chronic ITP, I have had a hysterectomy this past June, so I don't think the surgery itself should pose a problem as long as my platelet levels are up... ugh... this is so overwhelming and I am very, very, very tired. Does anyone out there know of a good doctor in my area? Any help is truly appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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