My left implant has been removed............

freakylizard · 10-11-2007, 11:01 PM

It's horrible that you are having to go through this. I'm thankful though that you have such a skilled and caring ps. God will help you through this time and like you said, I'm sure you'll walk away with something positive from this negative experience. We are here for you when you need us.

BTW, when you're down, maybe try thinking of ktbayb's avatar. It makes me giggle everytime I see it.

CAINAZ · 10-11-2007, 11:21 PM

Christine, I am so sorry you are having to deal with this. Complications are the worst and you have already had your share of them. I hope you are feeling okay on the Levaquin. That stuff makes me so nauseous. I had to go through 2 rounds of it back in July when my body rejected my permanent circumareolar stitches. I do admire your strength. Even through all of this, you sound very strong. ((((HUGS))))

mzmommy06 · 10-12-2007, 12:17 AM

i feel so bad for you..you were very happy in your posts about it..i was also wondering were you had gone..hehe..but im so sorry that happened..i wish you the best with it all

phuketgirl · 10-12-2007, 04:30 AM

hi Christine,

Wow, you're an inspiration!

Your post was just what I needed to read right now as I'm going through a hard time myself following an explant on Monday after a very unsuccessful breast augmentation on Saturday.

Your words have given me a lot to think about. I'm feeling so much anger and impatience right now and here you are....I know you're having a rough time, I completely understand the "trying to get through the only way you know how"
I'm doing the same.

I can't believe how strong you are having gone through so much.
I also admire you're courage. I'm speechless.

Thanks for posting!!

I wish you all the best and sincerely hope that your dreams come true and you get what you want. You really deserve it!

Vanessa · 10-12-2007, 08:15 AM

I'm so sorry to hear this. I can't imagine how you must be feeling. I hope these next 3 months will go by fast for you, and you can once again get those beautiful results you were hoping for! Good luck to you....you sound like you're handling this really well. (((BIG HUGS)))

Sonny · 10-12-2007, 10:57 AM

I am so sorry to hear about this. I hope the best for you. You seem like a very strong person. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

BBrigit · 10-12-2007, 11:26 AM

Christine, I am so sorry for what you're going through! You've really been on a rollercoaster, haven't you?

Well, we're all here for you, so feel free to pm or post even if you just need to get it out so that you can feel better. Three months will fly by and you'll be back to boobieville before you know it!

Chin up and be strong.

yellowvette · 10-12-2007, 11:33 AM

Oh gosh Christine, I am so sorry to read this post! I thought everything was going so well with you. My heart goes out to you, but I am happy to read that you have faith & have leaned on God to get you threw the rough times. You are a very brave & strong lady & I admire you for reaching out to other women who may be going thru similar complications. My thoughts & prayers are with you & I am sure in 3 months you will get your new boobie & this time everything will be PERFECT! All my best to you my friend. big hugs coming your way

IBTC 2 BBTC · 10-12-2007, 12:27 PM

Hang in there girl! So sorry this has not been easy for you - (((((((((hug)))))))))

Jen

AmericanGirl · 10-12-2007, 03:07 PM

Jeez. I'm so sorry to learn of this happening to you. How terrible.

Okara · 10-12-2007, 03:36 PM

Christine,

I am really sorry to hear you are going through this. I have also had similar experience and had my implant removed for about 8 weeks after a horrible infection that left my incision open, black, leaking and showing the old implant.

I also had to wear one on my bra to compensate, and that really helped me as no one noticed anything. You are being strong and coping very well. I guess we have no choice. We all know there are risks with this procedure and we have to take it in the chin and deal with it.

I found the experience to be horrible during the infection period but after the implant removal my body was healing and I felt a lot better. It was a matter of counting down to get the implant back again.

The down side of it all was my reluctancy to undress infront of OH, although he never said it would be a problem, but it was for me.

Also, I am a very sporty person, and with the infection, and healing and 3 ops I was out of the exercise regime for nearly 6 months, which made me put of weight and feel very cranky.

However, when I got the implant in again, it was WONDERFUL!! Not only the recovery was really really easy (compared to the first time around) but I felt in love with my new figure.... TWO PERKY PRETTY BOOBIES all mine!!! You are going to love it!!

I am still battling with my weight, and one of the scars is a lot more noticeable than the other, but hey!! it is all over and in the past.

The whole thing was a massive emotional roller-coaster. I did wonder many times why me, and although this forum has been a god send and I can't thank enough how much support I got from the ladies here, I did reach a point in which I needed to step back and stop thinking/talking about boobs. Hence my absence from this forum for a while.

However, as it is all over now, I am checking in from time to time. PM me if you like as I am happy to chat with you and share anything you want to know.

Stay strong, positive and in no time you will be in my sit looking back to this nasty experience and feeling proud of your body like never before.

Take care, and happy healing.

Okara

JayDee · 10-13-2007, 12:31 AM

I can relate. I thought everything I was going through was bad. But I don't think as bad as what you're having to deal with.

I too have to wait for things to heal to go forward. Isn't that the worst waiting??? I'll do what I have to do; I'll suffer what I have to...so let's just get on with it. No. Need to wait for other things to heal.

You are an inspiration. I'm sure everything will (eventually) be so wonderful for you.

Mestiza Queen · 10-13-2007, 09:05 PM

You are in my thoughts, Christine, as you slowly recover and heal. Please keep us posted on your progress {{{HUGS}}}.

Debora · 10-13-2007, 10:25 PM

I'm so sorry for what is going on to you right now.
But remember, God loves you and he will be with you always.
I heard so many cases that the girls that had the same problem were able to put the implant back in less than 3 months, depending on how the healing is going. Let's positive. You are going to be fine...It ll pass!
We are here for you!

butterflykisses · 10-27-2008, 04:59 PM

Wow it is so sad that you had to go through all of that . I hope that everything will eventually work out for you. I wish you the best of luck!

Blvd756 · 10-27-2008, 10:17 PM

Your positive attitude and strength throughout this difficult ordeal are an inspiration and I wanted to thank you for posting.

You will get through this and things will be better before you know it! Keep us updated on your upcoming surgery!

deelicious · 10-28-2008, 12:01 AM

Aww, Sweetie! I hope everything works out for you. I had a lot of complications with my breast augmentation/BL, too, and I know it's not fun! The only thing that has really helped me through this was myslelf and being optimistic throughout this whole ordeal. I wish you a speedy recovery. Get well soon, hon! Stay strong! We are here for you!

TinyAsian · 10-28-2008, 12:23 AM

I'm so sorry that you have to go through this, but THANK YOU sooo much for sharing your story b/c I know that you will be an inspiration to others and that proof that you can still have a positive attitude even if things don't go according to plan. Hugs to you and wishing you lots of luck for your future redo!!

Babe101 · 10-28-2008, 01:24 AM

I"m so sorry you had this happen.. stay strong and each day will be better for you.. best of luck and I wish you all the best

amybaby · 10-28-2008, 01:36 AM

Christine, the grace with which you have handled this is a true inspiration to us all. At the end of everything, you are going to have two beautiful breasts, and you will be a stronger woman because of all of this

10-11-2007, 11:21 PM	#22
CAINAZ 450 HPs Baby! Love It! Dr. Cohen is the BOMB! Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Scottsdale, Arizona Posts: 2,291 Thanks: 504 Thanked 960 Times in 850 Posts	Christine, I am so sorry you are having to deal with this. Complications are the worst and you have already had your share of them. I hope you are feeling okay on the Levaquin. That stuff makes me so nauseous. I had to go through 2 rounds of it back in July when my body rejected my permanent circumareolar stitches. I do admire your strength. Even through all of this, you sound very strong. ((((HUGS)))) __________________ Dr. Robert Cohen

10-12-2007, 08:15 AM	#25
Vanessa WHO DAT?!?! Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: The South Posts: 1,791 Thanks: 912 Thanked 729 Times in 579 Posts	I'm so sorry to hear this. I can't imagine how you must be feeling. I hope these next 3 months will go by fast for you, and you can once again get those beautiful results you were hoping for! Good luck to you....you sound like you're handling this really well. (((BIG HUGS))) __________________ Dr. Michael Beckenstein

10-12-2007, 11:26 AM	#27
BBrigit Aspiring Author! Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Sacramento, California Posts: 507 Thanks: 114 Thanked 165 Times in 122 Posts	Christine, I am so sorry for what you're going through! You've really been on a rollercoaster, haven't you? Well, we're all here for you, so feel free to pm or post even if you just need to get it out so that you can feel better. Three months will fly by and you'll be back to boobieville before you know it! Chin up and be strong. __________________ Fabulous at 40! 5'8", 134lbs (and dropping) 600cc Moderate Profile Saline PS: Dr. Kimberly Henry

10-12-2007, 03:36 PM	#31
Okara Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 137 Thanks: 134 Thanked 72 Times in 48 Posts	I also had my implant removed.... Christine, I am really sorry to hear you are going through this. I have also had similar experience and had my implant removed for about 8 weeks after a horrible infection that left my incision open, black, leaking and showing the old implant. I also had to wear one on my bra to compensate, and that really helped me as no one noticed anything. You are being strong and coping very well. I guess we have no choice. We all know there are risks with this procedure and we have to take it in the chin and deal with it. I found the experience to be horrible during the infection period but after the implant removal my body was healing and I felt a lot better. It was a matter of counting down to get the implant back again. The down side of it all was my reluctancy to undress infront of OH, although he never said it would be a problem, but it was for me. Also, I am a very sporty person, and with the infection, and healing and 3 ops I was out of the exercise regime for nearly 6 months, which made me put of weight and feel very cranky. However, when I got the implant in again, it was WONDERFUL!! Not only the recovery was really really easy (compared to the first time around) but I felt in love with my new figure.... TWO PERKY PRETTY BOOBIES all mine!!! You are going to love it!! I am still battling with my weight, and one of the scars is a lot more noticeable than the other, but hey!! it is all over and in the past. The whole thing was a massive emotional roller-coaster. I did wonder many times why me, and although this forum has been a god send and I can't thank enough how much support I got from the ladies here, I did reach a point in which I needed to step back and stop thinking/talking about boobs. Hence my absence from this forum for a while. However, as it is all over now, I am checking in from time to time. PM me if you like as I am happy to chat with you and share anything you want to know. Stay strong, positive and in no time you will be in my sit looking back to this nasty experience and feeling proud of your body like never before. Take care, and happy healing. Okara

10-27-2008, 10:17 PM	#36
Blvd756 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: California Posts: 1,344 Thanks: 1,027 Thanked 624 Times in 473 Posts	Your positive attitude and strength throughout this difficult ordeal are an inspiration and I wanted to thank you for posting. You will get through this and things will be better before you know it! Keep us updated on your upcoming surgery! __________________ ~ For privacy reasons, please only send a friend request if you have been posting awhile, and have pictures.~ 5'4", 118 lbs Pre breast augmentation- 34 B Post breast augmentation- 32 DD at the moment TUBA incision/saline full unders/mentor mods 375 cc's f/t 425 cc's in both breasts Dr. David Kim

10-11-2007, 11:01 PM	#21
freakylizard Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: High Point, North Carolina Posts: 722 Thanks: 147 Thanked 291 Times in 262 Posts	It's horrible that you are having to go through this. I'm thankful though that you have such a skilled and caring ps. God will help you through this time and like you said, I'm sure you'll walk away with something positive from this negative experience. We are here for you when you need us. BTW, when you're down, maybe try thinking of ktbayb's avatar. It makes me giggle everytime I see it.

10-12-2007, 12:17 AM	#23
mzmommy06 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Ontario California Posts: 491 Thanks: 134 Thanked 131 Times in 126 Posts	i feel so bad for you..you were very happy in your posts about it..i was also wondering were you had gone..hehe..but im so sorry that happened..i wish you the best with it all

10-12-2007, 04:30 AM	#24
phuketgirl Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Phuket Posts: 66 Thanks: 53 Thanked 33 Times in 19 Posts	hi Christine, Wow, you're an inspiration! Your post was just what I needed to read right now as I'm going through a hard time myself following an explant on Monday after a very unsuccessful breast augmentation on Saturday. Your words have given me a lot to think about. I'm feeling so much anger and impatience right now and here you are....I know you're having a rough time, I completely understand the "trying to get through the only way you know how" I'm doing the same. I can't believe how strong you are having gone through so much. I also admire you're courage. I'm speechless. Thanks for posting!! I wish you all the best and sincerely hope that your dreams come true and you get what you want. You really deserve it!

10-12-2007, 10:57 AM	#26
Sonny Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Illinois Posts: 187 Thanks: 47 Thanked 55 Times in 49 Posts	I am so sorry to hear about this. I hope the best for you. You seem like a very strong person. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

10-12-2007, 11:33 AM	#28
yellowvette Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Tampa Florida Posts: 271 Thanks: 80 Thanked 107 Times in 101 Posts	Oh gosh Christine, I am so sorry to read this post! I thought everything was going so well with you. My heart goes out to you, but I am happy to read that you have faith & have leaned on God to get you threw the rough times. You are a very brave & strong lady & I admire you for reaching out to other women who may be going thru similar complications. My thoughts & prayers are with you & I am sure in 3 months you will get your new boobie & this time everything will be PERFECT! All my best to you my friend. big hugs coming your way

10-12-2007, 12:27 PM	#29
IBTC 2 BBTC Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: California Posts: 295 Thanks: 153 Thanked 105 Times in 92 Posts	Hang in there girl! So sorry this has not been easy for you - (((((((((hug))))))))) Jen

10-12-2007, 03:07 PM	#30
AmericanGirl Always Surprised Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: The Netherlands Posts: 121 Thanks: 82 Thanked 28 Times in 28 Posts	Jeez. I'm so sorry to learn of this happening to you. How terrible.

10-13-2007, 12:31 AM	#32
JayDee Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Boston, Massachusetts Posts: 61 Thanks: 15 Thanked 22 Times in 20 Posts	I can relate. I thought everything I was going through was bad. But I don't think as bad as what you're having to deal with. I too have to wait for things to heal to go forward. Isn't that the worst waiting??? I'll do what I have to do; I'll suffer what I have to...so let's just get on with it. No. Need to wait for other things to heal. You are an inspiration. I'm sure everything will (eventually) be so wonderful for you.

10-13-2007, 09:05 PM	#33
Mestiza Queen Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Toronto Posts: 348 Thanks: 135 Thanked 180 Times in 164 Posts	You are in my thoughts, Christine, as you slowly recover and heal. Please keep us posted on your progress {{{HUGS}}}.

10-13-2007, 10:25 PM	#34
Debora Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Mukilteo WA Posts: 61 Thanks: 55 Thanked 14 Times in 14 Posts	I'm so sorry for what is going on to you right now. But remember, God loves you and he will be with you always. I heard so many cases that the girls that had the same problem were able to put the implant back in less than 3 months, depending on how the healing is going. Let's positive. You are going to be fine...It ll pass! We are here for you!

10-27-2008, 04:59 PM	#35
butterflykisses Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 105 Thanks: 39 Thanked 28 Times in 21 Posts	Wow it is so sad that you had to go through all of that . I hope that everything will eventually work out for you. I wish you the best of luck!

10-28-2008, 12:01 AM	#37
deelicious Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: New Jersey Posts: 141 Thanks: 87 Thanked 60 Times in 53 Posts	Aww, Sweetie! I hope everything works out for you. I had a lot of complications with my breast augmentation/BL, too, and I know it's not fun! The only thing that has really helped me through this was myslelf and being optimistic throughout this whole ordeal. I wish you a speedy recovery. Get well soon, hon! Stay strong! We are here for you! __________________ -

10-28-2008, 12:23 AM	#38
TinyAsian Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Canyon Lake, California Posts: 179 Thanks: 9 Thanked 69 Times in 66 Posts	I'm so sorry that you have to go through this, but THANK YOU sooo much for sharing your story b/c I know that you will be an inspiration to others and that proof that you can still have a positive attitude even if things don't go according to plan. Hugs to you and wishing you lots of luck for your future redo!!

10-28-2008, 01:24 AM	#39
Babe101 Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New York Posts: 488 Thanks: 229 Thanked 181 Times in 164 Posts	I"m so sorry you had this happen.. stay strong and each day will be better for you.. best of luck and I wish you all the best

10-28-2008, 01:36 AM	#40
amybaby Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 166 Thanks: 59 Thanked 57 Times in 54 Posts	Christine, the grace with which you have handled this is a true inspiration to us all. At the end of everything, you are going to have two beautiful breasts, and you will be a stronger woman because of all of this

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