Re: Removal of silicone implants

[Guest guest]

Hello Sharon. Have you looked into Dr. Feng's Tram Flap procedure?

You might want to check out her website and call with your

questions. She has some pretty impressive pictures on there too.

www.drfeng.com

Best wishes,

> Hello!

> My name is Sharon Estes, and I am new to your group (although I've

already heard from some of you-thanks!). I have had my silicone

implants since mastectomy surgeries in 1999. Actually, I had saline

ones from 1/00 to 1/02, then silicone because the first result was

horrible cosmetically. I'm not sure I'm having any problems YET,

just aches and pains (I had arthritis prior to the breast cancer),

joint stiffness, fatigue (chronic insomnia)-that sort of thing. I've

just started investigating a possible link between these symptoms

and the implants. I guess my biggest concern is, should I have them

removed, I will be totally flat and am not a candidate for the other

types of reconstruction. What will this do to my self esteem and my

marriage (which is shaky right now anyhow)? Also, after reading some

of the web sites, the explantation with removal of the capsules and

scar tissue is scary.

> Anyhow, I'm really torn about what to do, but have contacted Dr.

Rotatori's office in Winter Park, Florida, about a possible consult

to answer some of my questions.

> I would love to hear from any mastectomy patients, especially, to

hear what you did in this situation and how you're doing now.

> Thanks so much to everyone who has responded.

> Sharon

>

>

> SHARON Estes

> squidgymom@e...

> EarthLink Revolves Around You.

[Guest guest]

Dearest Sharon:

Thank you. Please do not have the Tram flap because it has destroyed so many women's lives. This surgery is successful for a few women; however, there are so many women who are sorry that they had this surgery. My daughter is a good example, she had this surgery because she would never have breast implants. She had ductal carcinoma and now the tram flap has failed and she is having to have more surgery. She has become an advocate for breast cancer patients.

My husband has stood by me through all this. said that he takes his marriage vows very seriously. He did not marry me for my breasts, he continues to help me with research. He helps women who are sick from these devices. Your husband needs to get angry for what has happened to you. Then he will be more understanding of what you have gone through.

Honey, stay close to us and we will give you lots of love and support.....Lea

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Removal of silicone implants

Hello!

My name is Sharon Estes, and I am new to your group (although I've already heard from some of you-thanks!). I have had my silicone implants since mastectomy surgeries in 1999. Actually, I had saline ones from 1/00 to 1/02, then silicone because the first result was horrible cosmetically. I'm not sure I'm having any problems YET, just aches and pains (I had arthritis prior to the breast cancer), joint stiffness, fatigue (chronic insomnia)-that sort of thing. I've just started investigating a possible link between these symptoms and the implants. I guess my biggest concern is, should I have them removed, I will be totally flat and am not a candidate for the other types of reconstruction. What will this do to my self esteem and my marriage (which is shaky right now anyhow)? Also, after reading some of the web sites, the explantation with removal of the capsules and scar tissue is scary.

Anyhow, I'm really torn about what to do, but have contacted Dr. Rotatori's office in Winter Park, Florida, about a possible consult to answer some of my questions.

I would love to hear from any mastectomy patients, especially, to hear what you did in this situation and how you're doing now.

Thanks so much to everyone who has responded.

Sharon

SHARON Estes

squidgymom@...

EarthLink Revolves Around You.

Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place of advice given by licensed health care professionals. Consult your physician or licensed health care professional before commencing any medical treatment. "Do not let either the medical authorities or the politicians mislead you. Find out what the facts are, and make your own decisions about how to live a happy life and how to work for a better world." - Linus ing, two-time Nobel Prize Winner (1954, Chemistry; 1963, Peace)

[Guest guest]

Thank you for that info Lea. I had no knowledge of the tram flap,

had only seen a few great pictures on Dr Fengs site.

--- In , " Lea " <devans@c...>

wrote:

> Dearest Sharon:

>

> Thank you. Please do not have the Tram flap because it has

destroyed so many women's lives. This surgery is successful for a

few women; however, there are so many women who are sorry that they

had this surgery. My daughter is a good example, she had this

surgery because she would never have breast implants. She had ductal

carcinoma and now the tram flap has failed and she is having to have

more surgery. She has become an advocate for breast cancer patients.

>

> My husband has stood by me through all this. said that he

takes his marriage vows very seriously. He did not marry me for my

breasts, he continues to help me with research. He helps women who

are sick from these devices. Your husband needs to get angry for

what has happened to you. Then he will be more understanding of what

you have gone through.

>

> Honey, stay close to us and we will give you lots of love and

support.....Lea

> ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~```

> Removal of silicone implants

>

>

>

> Hello!

> My name is Sharon Estes, and I am new to your group (although

I've already heard from some of you-thanks!). I have had my silicone

implants since mastectomy surgeries in 1999. Actually, I had saline

ones from 1/00 to 1/02, then silicone because the first result was

horrible cosmetically. I'm not sure I'm having any problems YET,

just aches and pains (I had arthritis prior to the breast cancer),

joint stiffness, fatigue (chronic insomnia)-that sort of thing. I've

just started investigating a possible link between these symptoms

and the implants. I guess my biggest concern is, should I have them

removed, I will be totally flat and am not a candidate for the other

types of reconstruction. What will this do to my self esteem and my

marriage (which is shaky right now anyhow)? Also, after reading some

of the web sites, the explantation with removal of the capsules and

scar tissue is scary.

> Anyhow, I'm really torn about what to do, but have contacted Dr.

Rotatori's office in Winter Park, Florida, about a possible consult

to answer some of my questions.

> I would love to hear from any mastectomy patients, especially,

to hear what you did in this situation and how you're doing now.

> Thanks so much to everyone who has responded.

> Sharon

>

>

> SHARON Estes

> squidgymom@e...

> EarthLink Revolves Around You.

>

>

>

>

> Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place of advice

given by licensed health care professionals. Consult your physician

or licensed health care professional before commencing any medical

treatment.

>

> " Do not let either the medical authorities or the politicians

mislead you. Find out what the facts are, and make your own

decisions about how to live a happy life and how to work for a

better world. " - Linus ing, two-time Nobel Prize Winner (1954,

Chemistry; 1963, Peace)

>

>

[Guest guest]

Dearest :

I'm so sorry, I did not mean to undermine you. Dr. Feng might be better at

doing this surgery; however, having any reconstructive surgery after breast

cancer is always risky. I know that she is one of the best to remove

implants.

Honey, you have come a long way, it will not be long and your surgery will

be over. We will all be here for you.

love you....Lea

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Re: Removal of silicone implants

> Hello Sharon. Have you looked into Dr. Feng's Tram Flap procedure?

> You might want to check out her website and call with your

> questions. She has some pretty impressive pictures on there too.

> www.drfeng.com

>

> Best wishes,

>

>

>

>> Hello!

>> My name is Sharon Estes, and I am new to your group (although I've

> already heard from some of you-thanks!). I have had my silicone

> implants since mastectomy surgeries in 1999. Actually, I had saline

> ones from 1/00 to 1/02, then silicone because the first result was

> horrible cosmetically. I'm not sure I'm having any problems YET,

> just aches and pains (I had arthritis prior to the breast cancer),

> joint stiffness, fatigue (chronic insomnia)-that sort of thing. I've

> just started investigating a possible link between these symptoms

> and the implants. I guess my biggest concern is, should I have them

> removed, I will be totally flat and am not a candidate for the other

> types of reconstruction. What will this do to my self esteem and my

> marriage (which is shaky right now anyhow)? Also, after reading some

> of the web sites, the explantation with removal of the capsules and

> scar tissue is scary.

>> Anyhow, I'm really torn about what to do, but have contacted Dr.

> Rotatori's office in Winter Park, Florida, about a possible consult

> to answer some of my questions.

>> I would love to hear from any mastectomy patients, especially, to

> hear what you did in this situation and how you're doing now.

>> Thanks so much to everyone who has responded.

>> Sharon

>>

>>

>> SHARON Estes

>> squidgymom@e...

>> EarthLink Revolves Around You.

>

>

>

>

>

> Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place of advice given by

> licensed health care professionals. Consult your physician or licensed

> health care professional before commencing any medical treatment.

>

> " Do not let either the medical authorities or the politicians mislead you.

> Find out what the facts are, and make your own decisions about how to live

> a happy life and how to work for a better world. " - Linus ing,

> two-time Nobel Prize Winner (1954, Chemistry; 1963, Peace)

>

>

[Guest guest]

Thank you, Lea. No, I have no desire to have the tram flap-I would rather be flat then go through that. I've also heard some horror stories about it. For whatever reason, I wasn't a candidate for that anyhow according to three plastic sugeons I talked to initially in 1999.

That's why I'm having such a hard time deciding what to do. Apparently it's "all or nothing" for me.

Has anyone heard about Dr. Rotatori? I saw his name on one of the related web sites, that was recommending good plastic surgeons. He would be best for me, as his office is only an hour or so from where I live. Would appreciate any feedback on him.

As for my husband-I just don't know. I'm sure if it was a life threatening situation he would support me, but right now he's pretty skeptical about the whole thing.

THANKS!

Sharon

Removal of silicone implants

Hello!

My name is Sharon Estes, and I am new to your group (although I've already heard from some of you-thanks!). I have had my silicone implants since mastectomy surgeries in 1999. Actually, I had saline ones from 1/00 to 1/02, then silicone because the first result was horrible cosmetically. I'm not sure I'm having any problems YET, just aches and pains (I had arthritis prior to the breast cancer), joint stiffness, fatigue (chronic insomnia)-that sort of thing. I've just started investigating a possible link between these symptoms and the implants. I guess my biggest concern is, should I have them removed, I will be totally flat and am not a candidate for the other types of reconstruction. What will this do to my self esteem and my marriage (which is shaky right now anyhow)? Also, after reading some of the web sites, the explantation with removal of the capsules and scar tissue is scary.

Anyhow, I'm really torn about what to do, but have contacted Dr. Rotatori's office in Winter Park, Florida, about a possible consult to answer some of my questions.

I would love to hear from any mastectomy patients, especially, to hear what you did in this situation and how you're doing now.

Thanks so much to everyone who has responded.

Sharon

SHARON Estes

squidgymom@...

EarthLink Revolves Around You.

Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place of advice given by licensed health care professionals. Consult your physician or licensed health care professional before commencing any medical treatment. "Do not let either the medical authorities or the politicians mislead you. Find out what the facts are, and make your own decisions about how to live a happy life and how to work for a better world." - Linus ing, two-time Nobel Prize Winner (1954, Chemistry; 1963, Peace)

[Guest guest]

Honey, please be patient, you are making a very difficult decision at this time. The ladies here on this site know so much about this issue. Just give them some time to think about your case. I live in Canada and I have very little knowledge of who is good and who is bad regarding plastic surgeons.

Stay with us and we will help you...Love you....Lea

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Removal of silicone implants

Hello!

My name is Sharon Estes, and I am new to your group (although I've already heard from some of you-thanks!). I have had my silicone implants since mastectomy surgeries in 1999. Actually, I had saline ones from 1/00 to 1/02, then silicone because the first result was horrible cosmetically. I'm not sure I'm having any problems YET, just aches and pains (I had arthritis prior to the breast cancer), joint stiffness, fatigue (chronic insomnia)-that sort of thing. I've just started investigating a possible link between these symptoms and the implants. I guess my biggest concern is, should I have them removed, I will be totally flat and am not a candidate for the other types of reconstruction. What will this do to my self esteem and my marriage (which is shaky right now anyhow)? Also, after reading some of the web sites, the explantation with removal of the capsules and scar tissue is scary.

Anyhow, I'm really torn about what to do, but have contacted Dr. Rotatori's office in Winter Park, Florida, about a possible consult to answer some of my questions.

I would love to hear from any mastectomy patients, especially, to hear what you did in this situation and how you're doing now.

Thanks so much to everyone who has responded.

Sharon

SHARON Estes

squidgymom@...

EarthLink Revolves Around You.

Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place of advice given by licensed health care professionals. Consult your physician or licensed health care professional before commencing any medical treatment. "Do not let either the medical authorities or the politicians mislead you. Find out what the facts are, and make your own decisions about how to live a happy life and how to work for a better world." - Linus ing, two-time Nobel Prize Winner (1954, Chemistry; 1963, Peace)

[Guest guest]

Hello Sharon,

I am new to the group as well, and I lost my right breast to cancer in 1985. In 1986 I was implanted with the largest

implant dow chemical had developed, and my left breast was reduced in size to match the implant. In 1987 I had a recurrence

in exactly the same location as the original cancer. To make a long story short they radiated the area over top the implant, \

therefore the implant burst and I was a very sick woman.In 1992 I had the tramflap, and it was a Godsend for me, although it took me months to recover, I am very thankful for this surgery- it was a 10and a half hour surgery!!!! Dr. Young performed the procedure, and I was the last patient he operated on in Canada.I believe he moved to Portland Oregon. He was such a thorough plastic surgeon, and I would highly recommend him, if anyone is considering this type of surgery.

Hope this helps. Take good care,

Best Regards,

Joanne

Removal of silicone implants

Hello!

My name is Sharon Estes, and I am new to your group (although I've already heard from some of you-thanks!). I have had my silicone implants since mastectomy surgeries in 1999. Actually, I had saline ones from 1/00 to 1/02, then silicone because the first result was horrible cosmetically. I'm not sure I'm having any problems YET, just aches and pains (I had arthritis prior to the breast cancer), joint stiffness, fatigue (chronic insomnia)-that sort of thing. I've just started investigating a possible link between these symptoms and the implants. I guess my biggest concern is, should I have them removed, I will be totally flat and am not a candidate for the other types of reconstruction. What will this do to my self esteem and my marriage (which is shaky right now anyhow)? Also, after reading some of the web sites, the explantation with removal of the capsules and scar tissue is scary.

Anyhow, I'm really torn about what to do, but have contacted Dr. Rotatori's office in Winter Park, Florida, about a possible consult to answer some of my questions.

I would love to hear from any mastectomy patients, especially, to hear what you did in this situation and how you're doing now.

Thanks so much to everyone who has responded.

Sharon

SHARON Estes

squidgymom@...

EarthLink Revolves Around You.

Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place of advice given by licensed health care professionals. Consult your physician or licensed health care professional before commencing any medical treatment. "Do not let either the medical authorities or the politicians mislead you. Find out what the facts are, and make your own decisions about how to live a happy life and how to work for a better world." - Linus ing, two-time Nobel Prize Winner (1954, Chemistry; 1963, Peace)

[Guest guest]

Dearest Joanne and Sharon:

I have some concerns regarding this surgery. How will you know if the cancer returns? In this type of surgery, they use silicone sheeting, or am I mistaken. My daughter told me that they did use silicone sheeting in her case. Dr. Young was a wonderful plastic surgeon. When he removed breast implants, he removed the capsule with the implants inside. This would not be possible if there was a gross rupture. I'm so worried about both of you, but I'm glad that you have found each other.

Much love to you both....Lea

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~````

Removal of silicone implants

Hello!

My name is Sharon Estes, and I am new to your group (although I've already heard from some of you-thanks!). I have had my silicone implants since mastectomy surgeries in 1999. Actually, I had saline ones from 1/00 to 1/02, then silicone because the first result was horrible cosmetically. I'm not sure I'm having any problems YET, just aches and pains (I had arthritis prior to the breast cancer), joint stiffness, fatigue (chronic insomnia)-that sort of thing. I've just started investigating a possible link between these symptoms and the implants. I guess my biggest concern is, should I have them removed, I will be totally flat and am not a candidate for the other types of reconstruction. What will this do to my self esteem and my marriage (which is shaky right now anyhow)? Also, after reading some of the web sites, the explantation with removal of the capsules and scar tissue is scary.

Anyhow, I'm really torn about what to do, but have contacted Dr. Rotatori's office in Winter Park, Florida, about a possible consult to answer some of my questions.

I would love to hear from any mastectomy patients, especially, to hear what you did in this situation and how you're doing now.

Thanks so much to everyone who has responded.

Sharon

SHARON Estes

squidgymom@...

EarthLink Revolves Around You.

Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place of advice given by licensed health care professionals. Consult your physician or licensed health care professional before commencing any medical treatment. "Do not let either the medical authorities or the politicians mislead you. Find out what the facts are, and make your own decisions about how to live a happy life and how to work for a better world." - Linus ing, two-time Nobel Prize Winner (1954, Chemistry; 1963, Peace)

[Guest guest]

I had breast cancer in 1990, had an implant, it ruptured, replaced it,

removed that one a year later, and now wear a prosthesis. Any man worth

having will not reject a woman because of cancer and missing breasts. I

would never undergo a tram flap because of the extreme nature of that

surgery, but I know women who have done it and would do it again. I would

investigate it, but it is expensive and a long recovery. And not without

risks.

Lynda

At 05:04 PM 6/14/2005, you wrote:

>Hello Sharon,

> I am new to the group as well, and I lost my right breast to

> cancer in 1985. In 1986 I was implanted with the largest

>implant dow chemical had developed, and my left breast was reduced in size

>to match the implant. In 1987 I had a recurrence

>in exactly the same location as the original cancer. To make a long story

>short they radiated the area over top the implant, \

>therefore the implant burst and I was a very sick woman.In 1992 I had the

>tramflap, and it was a Godsend for me, although it took me months to

>recover, I am very thankful for this surgery- it was a 10and a half hour

>surgery!!!! Dr. Young performed the procedure, and I was the last

>patient he operated on in Canada.I believe he moved to Portland Oregon. He

>was such a thorough plastic surgeon, and I would highly recommend him, if

>anyone is considering this type of surgery.

> Hope this helps. Take good care,

> Best Regards,

> Joanne

> Removal of silicone implants

>

>Hello!

>My name is Sharon Estes, and I am new to your group (although I've already

>heard from some of you-thanks!). I have had my silicone implants since

>mastectomy surgeries in 1999. Actually, I had saline ones from 1/00 to

>1/02, then silicone because the first result was horrible cosmetically.

>I'm not sure I'm having any problems YET, just aches and pains (I had

>arthritis prior to the breast cancer), joint stiffness, fatigue (chronic

>insomnia)-that sort of thing. I've just started investigating a possible

>link between these symptoms and the implants. I guess my biggest concern

>is, should I have them removed, I will be totally flat and am not a

>candidate for the other types of reconstruction. What will this do to my

>self esteem and my marriage (which is shaky right now anyhow)? Also, after

>reading some of the web sites, the explantation with removal of the

>capsules and scar tissue is scary.

>Anyhow, I'm really torn about what to do, but have contacted Dr.

>Rotatori's office in Winter Park, Florida, about a possible consult to

>answer some of my questions.

>I would love to hear from any mastectomy patients, especially, to hear

>what you did in this situation and how you're doing now.

>Thanks so much to everyone who has responded.

>Sharon

>

>

>SHARON Estes

><mailto:squidgymom@...>squidgymom@...

>EarthLink Revolves Around You.

>

>

>

>

>Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place of advice given by

>licensed health care professionals. Consult your physician or licensed

>health care professional before commencing any medical treatment.

>

> " Do not let either the medical authorities or the politicians mislead you.

>Find out what the facts are, and make your own decisions about how to live

>a happy life and how to work for a better world. " - Linus ing,

>two-time Nobel Prize Winner (1954, Chemistry; 1963, Peace)

>

>

[Guest guest]

Implants with a gross rupture can be removed inside the scar capsule. Any

good plastic surgeon (check the list on this site) should be able and

willing to do this procedure and do it properly.

Lynda

At 05:20 PM 6/14/2005, you wrote:

>Dearest Joanne and Sharon:

>

>I have some concerns regarding this surgery. How will you know if the

>cancer returns? In this type of surgery, they use silicone sheeting, or am

>I mistaken. My daughter told me that they did use silicone sheeting in her

>case. Dr. Young was a wonderful plastic surgeon. When he removed

>breast implants, he removed the capsule with the implants inside. This

>would not be possible if there was a gross rupture. I'm so worried about

>both of you, but I'm glad that you have found each other.

>

>Much love to you both....Lea

>~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~````

> Removal of silicone implants

>

>Hello!

>My name is Sharon Estes, and I am new to your group (although I've already

>heard from some of you-thanks!). I have had my silicone implants since

>mastectomy surgeries in 1999. Actually, I had saline ones from 1/00 to

>1/02, then silicone because the first result was horrible cosmetically.

>I'm not sure I'm having any problems YET, just aches and pains (I had

>arthritis prior to the breast cancer), joint stiffness, fatigue (chronic

>insomnia)-that sort of thing. I've just started investigating a possible

>link between these symptoms and the implants. I guess my biggest concern

>is, should I have them removed, I will be totally flat and am not a

>candidate for the other types of reconstruction. What will this do to my

>self esteem and my marriage (which is shaky right now anyhow)? Also, after

>reading some of the web sites, the explantation with removal of the

>capsules and scar tissue is scary.

>Anyhow, I'm really torn about what to do, but have contacted Dr.

>Rotatori's office in Winter Park, Florida, about a possible consult to

>answer some of my questions.

>I would love to hear from any mastectomy patients, especially, to hear

>what you did in this situation and how you're doing now.

>Thanks so much to everyone who has responded.

>Sharon

>

>

>SHARON Estes

><mailto:squidgymom@...>squidgymom@...

>EarthLink Revolves Around You.

>

>

>

>

>Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place of advice given by

>licensed health care professionals. Consult your physician or licensed

>health care professional before commencing any medical treatment.

>

> " Do not let either the medical authorities or the politicians mislead you.

>Find out what the facts are, and make your own decisions about how to live

>a happy life and how to work for a better world. " - Linus ing,

>two-time Nobel Prize Winner (1954, Chemistry; 1963, Peace)

>

>

[Guest guest]

I had a good friend that had a double tram flap and would do it again. She

had muscle from her stomach put on her chest. But, it was MAJOR surgery

and she cannot ever lift more than 20 pounds. And they often put a mesh

net in to replace stomach muscle, thereby you have another foreign

object. She has had chronic staph infections in the mesh and it will never

go away.

Lynda

At 06:44 PM 6/14/2005, you wrote:

>Hi Lynda,

> You sound like a very smart lady. I wish I had done what you

> did, however the tramflap did work for me, Thank God!! I had alot of

> people praying for me and I do believe that helped

> Take Care ,

> Joanne

> Removal of silicone implants

> >

> >Hello!

> >My name is Sharon Estes, and I am new to your group (although I've already

> >heard from some of you-thanks!). I have had my silicone implants since

> >mastectomy surgeries in 1999. Actually, I had saline ones from 1/00 to

> >1/02, then silicone because the first result was horrible cosmetically.

> >I'm not sure I'm having any problems YET, just aches and pains (I had

> >arthritis prior to the breast cancer), joint stiffness, fatigue (chronic

> >insomnia)-that sort of thing. I've just started investigating a possible

> >link between these symptoms and the implants. I guess my biggest concern

> >is, should I have them removed, I will be totally flat and am not a

> >candidate for the other types of reconstruction. What will this do to my

> >self esteem and my marriage (which is shaky right now anyhow)? Also, after

> >reading some of the web sites, the explantation with removal of the

> >capsules and scar tissue is scary.

> >Anyhow, I'm really torn about what to do, but have contacted Dr.

> >Rotatori's office in Winter Park, Florida, about a possible consult to

> >answer some of my questions.

> >I would love to hear from any mastectomy patients, especially, to hear

> >what you did in this situation and how you're doing now.

> >Thanks so much to everyone who has responded.

> >Sharon

> >

> >

> >SHARON Estes

> ><mailto:squidgymom@...>squidgymom@...

> >EarthLink Revolves Around You.

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place of advice given by

> >licensed health care professionals. Consult your physician or licensed

> >health care professional before commencing any medical treatment.

> >

> > " Do not let either the medical authorities or the politicians mislead you.

> >Find out what the facts are, and make your own decisions about how to live

> >a happy life and how to work for a better world. " - Linus ing,

> >two-time Nobel Prize Winner (1954, Chemistry; 1963, Peace)

> >

> >

[Guest guest]

Hi Lynda, You sound like a very smart lady. I wish I had done what you did, however the tramflap did work for me, Thank God!! I had alot of people praying for me and I do believe that helped

Take Care ,

Joanne

Removal of silicone implants>>Hello!>My name is Sharon Estes, and I am new to your group (although I've already >heard from some of you-thanks!). I have had my silicone implants since >mastectomy surgeries in 1999. Actually, I had saline ones from 1/00 to >1/02, then silicone because the first result was horrible cosmetically. >I'm not sure I'm having any problems YET, just aches and pains (I had >arthritis prior to the breast cancer), joint stiffness, fatigue (chronic >insomnia)-that sort of thing. I've just started investigating a possible >link between these symptoms and the implants. I guess my biggest concern >is, should I have them removed, I will be totally flat and am not a >candidate for the other types of reconstruction. What will this do to my >self esteem and my marriage (which is shaky right now anyhow)? Also, after >reading some of the web sites, the explantation with removal of the >capsules and scar tissue is scary.>Anyhow, I'm really torn about what to do, but have contacted Dr. >Rotatori's office in Winter Park, Florida, about a possible consult to >answer some of my questions.>I would love to hear from any mastectomy patients, especially, to hear >what you did in this situation and how you're doing now.>Thanks so much to everyone who has responded.>Sharon>>>SHARON Estes><mailto:squidgymom@...>squidgymom@...>EarthLink Revolves Around You.>>>>>Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place of advice given by >licensed health care professionals. Consult your physician or licensed >health care professional before commencing any medical treatment.>>"Do not let either the medical authorities or the politicians mislead you. >Find out what the facts are, and make your own decisions about how to live >a happy life and how to work for a better world." - Linus ing, >two-time Nobel Prize Winner (1954, Chemistry; 1963, Peace)>>

[Guest guest]

Hello Again Lea,

I do not know if Dr. Young used a silicon sheeting, but I don't think so. He could not remove the capsule or he said I would have bled to death.It was embedded into my chest wall, probably because of the radiation, they radiated over the implant. Our Dr.s allowed that!!!!! No Dr. seemed to know what to do, as this was in 1987.Lucky I'm still alive to tell the tale.

Hope you are doing great, my dear.

Hugs, Joanne

Removal of silicone implants

Hello!

My name is Sharon Estes, and I am new to your group (although I've already heard from some of you-thanks!). I have had my silicone implants since mastectomy surgeries in 1999. Actually, I had saline ones from 1/00 to 1/02, then silicone because the first result was horrible cosmetically. I'm not sure I'm having any problems YET, just aches and pains (I had arthritis prior to the breast cancer), joint stiffness, fatigue (chronic insomnia)-that sort of thing. I've just started investigating a possible link between these symptoms and the implants. I guess my biggest concern is, should I have them removed, I will be totally flat and am not a candidate for the other types of reconstruction. What will this do to my self esteem and my marriage (which is shaky right now anyhow)? Also, after reading some of the web sites, the explantation with removal of the capsules and scar tissue is scary.

Anyhow, I'm really torn about what to do, but have contacted Dr. Rotatori's office in Winter Park, Florida, about a possible consult to answer some of my questions.

I would love to hear from any mastectomy patients, especially, to hear what you did in this situation and how you're doing now.

Thanks so much to everyone who has responded.

Sharon

SHARON Estes

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Hi Lynda,

I must have been lucky because I can lift with no problem. I also do (the dog ) yoga position mostly every day which seems to stregthen my back and help my lifting capabilities.The great thing for me with the tram flap, is it eliminated my huge stomach.My Dr. was so cute, the day before surgery, he was measuring and marking me, and he commented, "I don"t think there is enough tissue here to do one breast". I quickly retorted "Looks like there's enough for 3 breasts". However it is a very terrible surgery and I would not recommend it to just anyone.Years have gone by and for me it was a good solution. Would I do it again? Probably not....

Joanne

Removal of silicone implants> >> >Hello!> >My name is Sharon Estes, and I am new to your group (although I've already> >heard from some of you-thanks!). I have had my silicone implants since> >mastectomy surgeries in 1999. Actually, I had saline ones from 1/00 to> >1/02, then silicone because the first result was horrible cosmetically.> >I'm not sure I'm having any problems YET, just aches and pains (I had> >arthritis prior to the breast cancer), joint stiffness, fatigue (chronic> >insomnia)-that sort of thing. I've just started investigating a possible> >link between these symptoms and the implants. I guess my biggest concern> >is, should I have them removed, I will be totally flat and am not a> >candidate for the other types of reconstruction. What will this do to my> >self esteem and my marriage (which is shaky right now anyhow)? Also, after> >reading some of the web sites, the explantation with removal of the> >capsules and scar tissue is scary.> >Anyhow, I'm really torn about what to do, but have contacted Dr.> >Rotatori's office in Winter Park, Florida, about a possible consult to> >answer some of my questions.> >I would love to hear from any mastectomy patients, especially, to hear> >what you did in this situation and how you're doing now.> >Thanks so much to everyone who has responded.> >Sharon> >> >> >SHARON Estes> ><mailto:squidgymom@...>squidgymom@...> >EarthLink Revolves Around You.> >> >> >> >> >Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place of advice given by> >licensed health care professionals. Consult your physician or licensed> >health care professional before commencing any medical treatment.> >> >"Do not let either the medical authorities or the politicians mislead you.> >Find out what the facts are, and make your own decisions about how to live> >a happy life and how to work for a better world." - Linus ing,> >two-time Nobel Prize Winner (1954, Chemistry; 1963, Peace)> >> >

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Thank you Lynda. We need your help...love you....Lea

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Removal of silicone implants

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>>Hello!

>>My name is Sharon Estes, and I am new to your group (although I've already

>>heard from some of you-thanks!). I have had my silicone implants since

>>mastectomy surgeries in 1999. Actually, I had saline ones from 1/00 to

>>1/02, then silicone because the first result was horrible cosmetically.

>>I'm not sure I'm having any problems YET, just aches and pains (I had

>>arthritis prior to the breast cancer), joint stiffness, fatigue (chronic

>>insomnia)-that sort of thing. I've just started investigating a possible

>>link between these symptoms and the implants. I guess my biggest concern

>>is, should I have them removed, I will be totally flat and am not a

>>candidate for the other types of reconstruction. What will this do to my

>>self esteem and my marriage (which is shaky right now anyhow)? Also, after

>>reading some of the web sites, the explantation with removal of the

>>capsules and scar tissue is scary.

>>Anyhow, I'm really torn about what to do, but have contacted Dr.

>>Rotatori's office in Winter Park, Florida, about a possible consult to

>>answer some of my questions.

>>I would love to hear from any mastectomy patients, especially, to hear

>>what you did in this situation and how you're doing now.

>>Thanks so much to everyone who has responded.

>>Sharon

>>

>>

>>SHARON Estes

>><mailto:squidgymom@...>squidgymom@...

>>EarthLink Revolves Around You.

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>>

>>

>>

>>Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place of advice given by

>>licensed health care professionals. Consult your physician or licensed

>>health care professional before commencing any medical treatment.

>>

>> " Do not let either the medical authorities or the politicians mislead you.

>>Find out what the facts are, and make your own decisions about how to live

>>a happy life and how to work for a better world. " - Linus ing,

>>two-time Nobel Prize Winner (1954, Chemistry; 1963, Peace)

>>

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Dearest Joanne:

I'm having a flare/storm today, too much stress. I do not know if Dr. Young used silicone sheeting. He might have been aware of the problems with silicone when you had your surgery. Our Lori would have educated him on the dangers of silicone, she did so much good work. Sometimes, I feel as if she is still giving me orders because someone is influencing me to continue her fight....it might be me!

Honey, I'm so sorry that you have had to go through all this, having cancer is devastating enough. I know that you will continue to get well, but in my opinion you work too hard. My capsules were embedded into my chest wall too and they were left there. I'm not surprised that you are having health problems after all that you have been through.

Stay close to us...love you....Lea

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Removal of silicone implants

Hello!

My name is Sharon Estes, and I am new to your group (although I've already heard from some of you-thanks!). I have had my silicone implants since mastectomy surgeries in 1999. Actually, I had saline ones from 1/00 to 1/02, then silicone because the first result was horrible cosmetically. I'm not sure I'm having any problems YET, just aches and pains (I had arthritis prior to the breast cancer), joint stiffness, fatigue (chronic insomnia)-that sort of thing. I've just started investigating a possible link between these symptoms and the implants. I guess my biggest concern is, should I have them removed, I will be totally flat and am not a candidate for the other types of reconstruction. What will this do to my self esteem and my marriage (which is shaky right now anyhow)? Also, after reading some of the web sites, the explantation with removal of the capsules and scar tissue is scary.

Anyhow, I'm really torn about what to do, but have contacted Dr. Rotatori's office in Winter Park, Florida, about a possible consult to answer some of my questions.

I would love to hear from any mastectomy patients, especially, to hear what you did in this situation and how you're doing now.

Thanks so much to everyone who has responded.

Sharon

SHARON Estes

squidgymom@...

EarthLink Revolves Around You.

Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place of advice given by licensed health care professionals. Consult your physician or licensed health care professional before commencing any medical treatment. "Do not let either the medical authorities or the politicians mislead you. Find out what the facts are, and make your own decisions about how to live a happy life and how to work for a better world." - Linus ing, two-time Nobel Prize Winner (1954, Chemistry; 1963, Peace)

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Hello Again my dear Lea,

I am hoping you are feeling much better today! You are definitely my guardian angel; I know Lori was such a dynamo to our cause, I miss her terribly!!!

I know I am surrounded by stress, but have to keep up for now! I need my job to pay the bills!!!

Take Good Care Lea,

Love you, Joanne

Removal of silicone implants

Hello!

My name is Sharon Estes, and I am new to your group (although I've already heard from some of you-thanks!). I have had my silicone implants since mastectomy surgeries in 1999. Actually, I had saline ones from 1/00 to 1/02, then silicone because the first result was horrible cosmetically. I'm not sure I'm having any problems YET, just aches and pains (I had arthritis prior to the breast cancer), joint stiffness, fatigue (chronic insomnia)-that sort of thing. I've just started investigating a possible link between these symptoms and the implants. I guess my biggest concern is, should I have them removed, I will be totally flat and am not a candidate for the other types of reconstruction. What will this do to my self esteem and my marriage (which is shaky right now anyhow)? Also, after reading some of the web sites, the explantation with removal of the capsules and scar tissue is scary.

Anyhow, I'm really torn about what to do, but have contacted Dr. Rotatori's office in Winter Park, Florida, about a possible consult to answer some of my questions.

I would love to hear from any mastectomy patients, especially, to hear what you did in this situation and how you're doing now.

Thanks so much to everyone who has responded.

Sharon

SHARON Estes

squidgymom@...

EarthLink Revolves Around You.

Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place of advice given by licensed health care professionals. Consult your physician or licensed health care professional before commencing any medical treatment. "Do not let either the medical authorities or the politicians mislead you. Find out what the facts are, and make your own decisions about how to live a happy life and how to work for a better world." - Linus ing, two-time Nobel Prize Winner (1954, Chemistry; 1963, Peace)

[Guest guest]

Honey, I'm a bit better, but I'm under so much stress. I know that stress can kill and it has almost killed me. and I are both under so much stress over this home. Our friend who is a lawyer is coming tomorrow and he will be bringing his wife. This too is stressful because we have never met her, they will be staying for two days. He is wonderful because he knows how sick that I have been.

Joanne, I'm so glad to have you in my life and you are wonderful in the group. This group is a lifesaver. I'm off to bed because we have to go out for a short time tonight. My pride will have to go, I'm planning on getting a wheelchair for outings like this week-end. West Edmonton Mall is too much for me.

Love you too....Lea

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Removal of silicone implants

Hello!

My name is Sharon Estes, and I am new to your group (although I've already heard from some of you-thanks!). I have had my silicone implants since mastectomy surgeries in 1999. Actually, I had saline ones from 1/00 to 1/02, then silicone because the first result was horrible cosmetically. I'm not sure I'm having any problems YET, just aches and pains (I had arthritis prior to the breast cancer), joint stiffness, fatigue (chronic insomnia)-that sort of thing. I've just started investigating a possible link between these symptoms and the implants. I guess my biggest concern is, should I have them removed, I will be totally flat and am not a candidate for the other types of reconstruction. What will this do to my self esteem and my marriage (which is shaky right now anyhow)? Also, after reading some of the web sites, the explantation with removal of the capsules and scar tissue is scary.

Anyhow, I'm really torn about what to do, but have contacted Dr. Rotatori's office in Winter Park, Florida, about a possible consult to answer some of my questions.

I would love to hear from any mastectomy patients, especially, to hear what you did in this situation and how you're doing now.

Thanks so much to everyone who has responded.

Sharon

SHARON Estes

squidgymom@...

EarthLink Revolves Around You.

Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place of advice given by licensed health care professionals. Consult your physician or licensed health care professional before commencing any medical treatment. "Do not let either the medical authorities or the politicians mislead you. Find out what the facts are, and make your own decisions about how to live a happy life and how to work for a better world." - Linus ing, two-time Nobel Prize Winner (1954, Chemistry; 1963, Peace)