Re: Dark brown implant

[Guest guest]

Hi Barbara,I know for sure that they were saline implants,but I don't know about

weather they had lumen with valves.Could I possibly get that information from

the surgeon that just removed them?

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> From: kassfisher70 <kassfisher70@...>

> Subject: Dark brown implant

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> Date: Tuesday, March 29, 2011, 11:31 AM

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> Hello,

> My name is Kathleen and I was diagnosed with scleraderma in 2006 I got my

breast implants in 1992. I began getting ill not long after with being tired all

the time and muscle weekness.It wasn't til after the birth of my daughter in

2006 that I became very ill and was finally diagnosed with this autoimune

disease called scleraderma.After the birth of my son 6 months ago,about 3 months

in of breast feeding my left implant deflated.As I started to begin my search to

find plastic surgeons in my area I came across different site talking about the

possiblity that women could be getting ill due to breast implants.Needless to

say I am convinced for sure.I just had both my implants removed march 23rd

2011.I went for my follow up appointment just yesterday and my doctor came in

and showed me the pictures of my removed implants.The implant that was not

deflated was a very dark brown color.It was very disturbing to say the

least.When I asked him why it was that

> color he told me he didn't know.I left out of there very bothered by that,and

began my own search which lead me to you.I am very upset that my breast could

have been filled with mold or fungus and I really need answers with what I can

possibly do.I believe my next steps are very important. Sincerly,Kathleen

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[Guest guest]

Look in the archives in the photo section, there are quite a few pictures

of implants that are contaminated. Even the liquid silicone filled silicone

implants are porous and they can grow nasty organisms in them.

When the power of love

overcomes the love of power

the world will know peace.

~ Jimi Hendrix

Dark brown implant

Date: Tuesday, March 29, 2011, 11:31 AM

Hello,

My name is Kathleen and I was diagnosed with scleraderma in 2006 I got my breast implants in 1992. I began getting ill not long after with being tired all the time and muscle weekness.It wasn't til after the birth of my daughter in 2006 that I became very ill and was finally diagnosed with this autoimune disease called scleraderma.After the birth of my son 6 months ago,about 3 months in of breast feeding my left implant deflated.As I started to begin my search to find plastic surgeons in my area I came across different site talking about the possiblity that women could be getting ill due to breast implants.Needless to say I am convinced for sure.I just had both my implants removed march 23rd 2011.I went for my follow up appointment just yesterday and my doctor came in and showed me the pictures of my removed implants.The implant that was not deflated was a very dark brown color.It was very disturbing to say the least.When I asked him why it was that color he told me he didn't know.I left out of there very bothered by that,and began my own search which lead me to you.I am very upset that my breast could have been filled with mold or fungus and I really need answers with what I can possibly do.I believe my next steps are very important. Sincerly,Kathleen

[Guest guest]

Looking at the pictures many of them look like what I saw when the doctor showed

me,specially the one that said it had fungus,it was so dark that it possibly

could have been black mold.Mine looked to be almost completly filled with that.I

did call my doctor yesterday and asked if there was anyway that I could get my

implant, and I was told no from his nurse,that they immediatley throw them away

and they are burned, and that I should have discussed that with my doctor before

hand.Mean while hows was I to know that the implant was contaminated.I feel alot

of my cure and answers are in what was in that implant.I pray that maybe he kept

it for some reason.Is that standard that they show you pictures after an

explant?It wasn't like I asked to see them nore did I know to ask.I am very

thankful for this site and reading some of the ladies stories are so similar to

my own,I don't feel alone anymore with dealing with my issues.My heart breaks at

the thought that I could have possibly passed this through breast milk to my

children.I guess there are many things I will learn along the way but right now

getting well is my first focus. God Bless

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> From: kassfisher70 <kassfisher70@...>

> Subject: Dark brown implant

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> Date: Tuesday, March 29, 2011, 11:31 AM

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> Hello,

> My name is Kathleen and I was diagnosed with scleraderma in 2006 I got my

breast implants in 1992. I began getting ill not long after with being tired all

the time and muscle weekness.It wasn't til after the birth of my daughter in

2006 that I became very ill and was finally diagnosed with this autoimune

disease called scleraderma.After the birth of my son 6 months ago,about 3 months

in of breast feeding my left implant deflated.As I started to begin my search to

find plastic surgeons in my area I came across different site talking about the

possiblity that women could be getting ill due to breast implants.Needless to

say I am convinced for sure.I just had both my implants removed march 23rd

2011.I went for my follow up appointment just yesterday and my doctor came in

and showed me the pictures of my removed implants.The implant that was not

deflated was a very dark brown color.It was very disturbing to say the

least.When I asked him why it was that color he told me he didn't know.I left

out of there very bothered by that,and began my own search which lead me to

you.I am very upset that my breast could have been filled with mold or fungus

and I really need answers with what I can possibly do.I believe my next steps

are very important. Sincerly,Kathleen

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[Guest guest]

Hi Kathleen,

I want to first say that I am really sorry to hear that you were diagnosed with

Scleroderma. There have been implanted women over the years that have been

diagnosed with this disease, and it is one of a number of autoimmune diseases

that have cropped up after implants have been placed. It is not an easy

condition to deal with.

Congratulations on your explant....that was such an important step to take!

Breast implants removed have sometimes been found to be discolored. There are

several reasons for it, namely either mold/bacterial contamination, or it could

be the result of a substance injected into the implant at the time of

implantation, in the hopes of warding off infection or contamination of the

saline solution.

You can see in this article where this woman's implants were found to be

discolored, and a discussion of the organisms found. Hopefully your implants

were discolored from the antibiotic solution, and not from the organisms, but it

would be prudent to treat your body for any possible contamination, assuming

both bacterial and fungal exposure. That is what I did, using all natural

therapies at home. It took me 4 years to heal but I did get my health back.

I'm believing that you can gain some measure of health back too. You may even

be able to get your scleroderma to go into remission. It's possible. If you

look through our archives from the early years of this group, I posted some

articles and information about a woman who overcame her scleroderma. She wrote

a book about it, which is out of print, but she used to be called " The Juice

Lady " , because she healed through the use of raw, freshly extracted juices.

It's worth the effort! Best wishes in your recovery!

Keep asking questions...we are here to help.

Patty

http://www.mold-survivor.com/breast_implant_horror__leaky.html

( " Also, some doctors have been known to add ingredients like antibiotics and

disinfectants in the hope of preventing infections. These additives degrade in

the implant's solution after years inside the body. In fact, in Gordon's

implant, Blais did find degraded Keflin, an antibiotic, which contributed to the

black color. " )

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> Hello,

> My name is Kathleen and I was diagnosed with scleraderma in 2006 I got my

breast implants in 1992. I began getting ill not long after with being tired all

the time and muscle weekness.It wasn't til after the birth of my daughter in

2006 that I became very ill and was finally diagnosed with this autoimune

disease called scleraderma.After the birth of my son 6 months ago,about 3 months

in of breast feeding my left implant deflated.As I started to begin my search to

find plastic surgeons in my area I came across different site talking about the

possiblity that women could be getting ill due to breast implants.Needless to

say I am convinced for sure.I just had both my implants removed march 23rd

2011.I went for my follow up appointment just yesterday and my doctor came in

and showed me the pictures of my removed implants.The implant that was not

deflated was a very dark brown color.It was very disturbing to say the

least.When I asked him why it was that color he told me he didn't know.I left

out of there very bothered by that,and began my own search which lead me to

you.I am very upset that my breast could have been filled with mold or fungus

and I really need answers with what I can possibly do.I believe my next steps

are very important. Sincerly,Kathleen

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[Guest guest]

The name of the lady that wrote the book about curing her Scleroderma was Joanne

Suhr, and her book is called " Holiday From Death " . The book is out of print,

but you may be able to find it used somewhere. I had a copy, but gave it away

to a woman I knew who had scleroderma. Joanne's story was also told in Woman's

World magazine in 1998 or thereabouts....I talked to her by phone several times

before she passed away.

Here is a review of the book:

A Provacative Personal Account of Healing by Juice Therapy, January 22, 2007

By Rose of Sharon (Iowa) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Holiday from Death (Paperback)

Joanne Suhr recounts her personal brush with death and subsequent remission from

the effects of the autoimmune disease scleroderma in " Holiday From Death " . She

relates her tale of bizarre symptoms, misdiagnosis, and bombardment with potent

and toxic medications to the point that her organs begin to shut down.

Following her medical death sentence of 3 months, she turns her back on

traditional medicine and improves her health by juicing raw fruits and

vegetables. Unable to convince the medical establishment of the value of this

natural therapy, she decides to make her story available to the public.

As a fellow sufferer and daughter of a woman with scleroderma, I found myself

crying and laughing with Joanne. This book is written from the heart. Her

genuine desire to help others is obvious as is her belief in the healing power

of juice therapy.

This book holds out a literal and figurative carrot--the promise of remission

from scleroderma through juice therapy. I give this book 3 stars because it

holds out hope...I just hope it isn't false hope.

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> > Hello,

> > My name is Kathleen and I was diagnosed with scleraderma in 2006 I got my

breast implants in 1992. I began getting ill not long after with being tired all

the time and muscle weekness.It wasn't til after the birth of my daughter in

2006 that I became very ill and was finally diagnosed with this autoimune

disease called scleraderma.After the birth of my son 6 months ago,about 3 months

in of breast feeding my left implant deflated.As I started to begin my search to

find plastic surgeons in my area I came across different site talking about the

possiblity that women could be getting ill due to breast implants.Needless to

say I am convinced for sure.I just had both my implants removed march 23rd

2011.I went for my follow up appointment just yesterday and my doctor came in

and showed me the pictures of my removed implants.The implant that was not

deflated was a very dark brown color.It was very disturbing to say the

least.When I asked him why it was that color he told me he didn't know.I left

out of there very bothered by that,and began my own search which lead me to

you.I am very upset that my breast could have been filled with mold or fungus

and I really need answers with what I can possibly do.I believe my next steps

are very important. Sincerly,Kathleen

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[Guest guest]

Kathleen,

There were lots of things we didn't know when we got implants...we had to learn

the hard way.

I'm glad you found this group, and hopefully we can help you through this rough

time. The implants are out now, so you can focus on your health.

What about your kids? Do they have any health issues, or are they fine?

Patty

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> > From: kassfisher70 <kassfisher70@>

> > Subject: Dark brown implant

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> > Date: Tuesday, March 29, 2011, 11:31 AM

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> >

> > Hello,

> > My name is Kathleen and I was diagnosed with scleraderma in 2006 I got my

breast implants in 1992. I began getting ill not long after with being tired all

the time and muscle weekness.It wasn't til after the birth of my daughter in

2006 that I became very ill and was finally diagnosed with this autoimune

disease called scleraderma.After the birth of my son 6 months ago,about 3 months

in of breast feeding my left implant deflated.As I started to begin my search to

find plastic surgeons in my area I came across different site talking about the

possiblity that women could be getting ill due to breast implants.Needless to

say I am convinced for sure.I just had both my implants removed march 23rd

2011.I went for my follow up appointment just yesterday and my doctor came in

and showed me the pictures of my removed implants.The implant that was not

deflated was a very dark brown color.It was very disturbing to say the

least.When I asked him why it was that color he told me he didn't know.I left

out of there very bothered by that,and began my own search which lead me to

you.I am very upset that my breast could have been filled with mold or fungus

and I really need answers with what I can possibly do.I believe my next steps

are very important. Sincerly,Kathleen

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[Guest guest]

Hi Patty,

I have 3 children all were born with me having implants.My oldest son was

very sick when he was a baby he is 15 and is doing fine now,we only deal with

asthma with him and that seems to be something he is out growing.My daughters is

4 and her health has never been a problem.I guess my concern lies in my 6 month

old that I breast feed for 3 months.He has been sick often with bad sinus

infections and ear infections.I am hoping that is just due to the fact he was

born going into that time of the year when we often do get sick.He seems to be

doing ok right now,he hasn't been sick for a month.Thanks much for the

information on how to begin my healing with scleraderma,it is a very challenging

disease to say the least.But I am a fighter and do plan on coming out on

to.Thanks again

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> > > From: kassfisher70 <kassfisher70@>

> > > Subject: Dark brown implant

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> > > Date: Tuesday, March 29, 2011, 11:31 AM

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> > > Hello,

> > > My name is Kathleen and I was diagnosed with scleraderma in 2006 I got my

breast implants in 1992. I began getting ill not long after with being tired all

the time and muscle weekness.It wasn't til after the birth of my daughter in

2006 that I became very ill and was finally diagnosed with this autoimune

disease called scleraderma.After the birth of my son 6 months ago,about 3 months

in of breast feeding my left implant deflated.As I started to begin my search to

find plastic surgeons in my area I came across different site talking about the

possiblity that women could be getting ill due to breast implants.Needless to

say I am convinced for sure.I just had both my implants removed march 23rd

2011.I went for my follow up appointment just yesterday and my doctor came in

and showed me the pictures of my removed implants.The implant that was not

deflated was a very dark brown color.It was very disturbing to say the

least.When I asked him why it was that color he told me he didn't know.I left

out of there very bothered by that,and began my own search which lead me to

you.I am very upset that my breast could have been filled with mold or fungus

and I really need answers with what I can possibly do.I believe my next steps

are very important. Sincerly,Kathleen

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[Guest guest]

I think women should email photos of the discolored, failed implants to the FDA.

Their handbook mentions toxic shock as a possible risk, but it fails to mention

the other mold/fungal issues.

http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/ProductsandMedicalProcedures/ImplantsandProsth\

etics/BreastImplants/ucm064106.htm

I'm going to be writing to the ASPS to give them some 'feedback'.

I hope you all do too. The surgeons should be fully documenting these implant

failures. At what point would any of them choose to have those potential scum

balloons in their bodies? Shame, shame.

http://www1.plasticsurgery.org/public/feedbackform.aspx

Hugs of support,

M.

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> Looking at the pictures many of them look like what I saw when the doctor

showed me,specially the one that said it had fungus,it was so dark that it

possibly could have been black mold.Mine looked to be almost completly filled

with that.I did call my doctor yesterday and asked if there was anyway that I

could get my implant, and I was told no from his nurse,that they immediatley

throw them away and they are burned