Breast Surgery

Life After Breast Explant Surgery: What to Expect Physically and Emotionally

Breast explant surgery can be a transformative experience, offering relief and a sense of renewed confidence. However, the journey doesn’t end in the operating room. Understanding what to expect physically and emotionally after surgery is key to navigating the recovery process and embracing life post-explant. Dr. George P. Chatson, a board-certified plastic surgeon with decades of […]

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Options for Breast Reconstruction After Partial Mastectomy

A partial mastectomy, also known as a lumpectomy, involves the surgical removal of a portion of the breast tissue affected by cancer. This procedure is a breast-conserving surgery often recommended for early-stage breast cancer patients.  Although a partial mastectomy aims to maintain the natural appearance of the breast, it can sometimes result in changes to

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Is Gynecomastia Dangerous?

Gynecomastia is the medical name for excessive breast tissue in males. The condition is often linked to hormonal fluctuations, but can also be a result of: Weight Gain General Inactivity Steroid Use Recreation Drug Use Excessive Alcohol Consumption Gynecomastia is also linked to certain medications, including “spironolactone, cimetidine, ketoconazole, hGH, estrogens, hCG, anti-androgens, GnRH analogs

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Danica Patrick Opens Up About Difficulty of Receiving a BII Diagnosis

In a recent Instagram story, famed NASCAR driver, Danica Patrick, opened up about her breast implant illness diagnosis, which came only after she had taken “every test that could be done.” Complaining of issues as diverse as cycle irregularity and weight gain, tests found heavy metal toxicity, leaky gut, thyroid issues, and more, but treatment for these

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Five Common Symptoms of BII

Several symptoms are possible in women suffering from Breast Implant Illness (BII). Five of the most common are: General Fatigue Concentration Issues/Brain Fog Rashes/Dry Skin Joint Pain/Stiffness Muscle Pain/Weakness However, while these symptoms of BII can be found in several cases, not all women struggling with the condition will experience these specific symptoms. Other symptoms of BII

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