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July 13, 2007

Bindi ~

This really gives me hope ! You are inspiring !

I have read this about 5 times today.....

I cant wait !

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July 13, 2007

Thanks , I'll have to check out your photos! I know they are not in the group folder, because I just added Traci's there and didn't see any new ones. Did you create a new folder for yourself? I am glad you are able to correspond with these doctors. I just have one more comment about Dr. Melmed's info....that he does not see any mold ON the implants. That is not where the problem lies, though I am sure it probably can on a microscopic level, but besides, you cannot always see mold with the naked eye, right? I mean, there can be spores that are there but not visible? Anyway, most of the problems with mold and fungus have been found INSIDE the saline solution, but as Dr. Blais described at the FDA hearings in Washington in March 2000, the malfunctioning valve on most implants can actually function as a pump, thereby releasing the contaminated contents of the saline solution into our

body. Also, the saline solution acts as a medium in which these pathogens can grow to the point of becoming visible to the naked eye. I've seen implants that had stuff floating in them. Now exactly how did that stuff get in there if it wasn't there when they were implanted??? Anyway, be sure you are talking about the right issues (i.e. mold on the surface of the implant vs inside the implant, what is found in the scar capsules surrounding implants, etc.) ....did you ask Dr. Kolb about the same issues that Dr. Melmed is talking about? I believe you will get a different answer. Patty Cutshall <michellecutshall71@...> wrote: Hello, Dr. Melmed says he DOES get the capsules out, the ONLY time he leaves any is if it has adhered to the lungs or ribs to where it would cause excessive bleeding or puncture the lungs. That wouldn't be worth it. He says it's like removing a wet tissue from a mirror. There will always be microscopic remains. But that the capsules will dissipate. I haven't asked him yet where the proof is for that yet. I have been soooo busy talking to Dr. Kolb, Dr. Huang and Dr. Melmed about many different things. All my answers and questions are turning and turning in my head!!! Dr. Melmed did say however, that He personally has never taken out implants that had mold and fungus on them. He said he has never seen this on implants ever. I wonder what is causing the

mold on some of these ladies implants?? He also says that it's not the capsule that causes the problems but the silicone in the shell. I would imagine though that there are "microscopic remains of silicone" in the capsules too. Maybe that is why some of these ladies are sick or it's that the damage has already been done from having the implants. I guess it is worse on some than others. I believe though through detox and proper eating and of course GOD that there is hope!!! Kacey said she is doing good. She feels much better although not 100%. But she has her energy back and she is not hurting like before. She also went back to Dr. Melmed for a lump on her hand and he removed it for her and barely left a scar. She was well pleased. Just thought you all might want to know!!! Blessings! p.s. I posted some pics of

myself on the group page photo section if anyone wants to put a face to a name!! lolLynn <spinkscl > wrote: , I agree with Patty. Nan, who posts on this board as well is trying to save up money to get the remaining capsule out of her body that her first explant doctor left behind. She is still very sick, even after explant. She had saline implants!! Dr. Kolb is charging her almost $10,000 just to remove the partial capsule which was left behind. I am with you, I would pray to God and hope He leads you down the right path. Your surgery is going to be expensive and I would hate for you to have another surgery down the road to remove the capsule. Hugs,

Lynnglory2glory1401 <glory2glory1401 > wrote: ,I wish Dr. Melmed will show us his proof for saying the capsules will dissolve. Did you ask him? I am sure he can get it all if it is not too risky. I'd just want to make sure he has it in his mind to get it all if he can. In that case he may be a very good choice for you. I would just want to know that my doctor is not basing any of his actions regarding my outcome on false assumptions, such as capsules dissolving. At this point, we believe it is best to get out all of the scar tissue, based on several studies and papers written by medical professionals, and the experiences of women who did not have capsules removed and did not heal. You can see these articles for yourself in our files section and

links section on explant. Be sure to read them and review them carefully.You'll just have to go with your own instincts! Dr. Melmed has a great bedside manner from what I have heard.By the way, how is Kacey doing? The last I heard she was still dealing with some symptoms that have not resolved.Patty> >I have been talking to Dr. Melmed, Dr. Kolb, and Dr. Huang all week.> >I still haven't decided which one I want. It is so very hard to> >decide which would be best for me. It would be easiest to see Dr.> >Melmed because I have family in texas that I could stay with and that> >would save me on hotel expenses. But Dr. Kolb has contacted me by> >email and phone which has impressed me very much. Dr. Huang showed me> >great compassion in her email and hopes

that i get better so I don't> >have to see her. Three very good doctors, just gotta pray about it.> >Anyway, the reason I am writing is I called my insurance and they> >said that if a Dr. sends a letter stating that it is my implants> >making me sick and that they can prove they need to come out,> >(leaking, rupture or whatever). I have to send it prior to the> >surgery. Don't know if there is really any hard proof from what I> >have read though. But maybe a good persuasive letter from a reputible> >doctor would be enough. And God's blessing on that as well. I have> >been talking to Kacey Long as well and she said she had to send> >multiple letters but she finally got her insurance to pay. So let me> >know what you all think. Also, all three doctors i talked to said> >that they remove the capsules but there are times that they have

to> >leave "some" especially if it is adhered to your lungs, ribs, or> >chest wall. So I guess a complete removal isn't always achievable but> >getting out the majority of the implant and capsule still has to be> >good, right?? Thanks to all who have been responding to my messages.> >You all have been very helpful.> >> > Cutshall> >> >> >> >Ask a question on any topic and get answers from real people. > ><http://ca.answers./>Go to Answers.> >> >> >> >No need to miss a message. > ><http://us.rd./evt=43910/*http://mobile./mail>Get > >email on-the-go> >with

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Wow Johanna, That 4th plastic surgeon has some issues, doesn't he? Sheesh! Nothing like having a warm, kindhearted, caring guy like that cutting on you, huh? But, it was great to hear that he believes that the capsules need to come out because they don't vanish...he's got that right. I wonder if he got stung by someone once? He is asking you alot of questions, maybe you should ask him some questions back, like if he's had some issues with women with implants in the past? He sounds like he might be credible enough, but I would want to make sure we are on the same page and there isn't any kind of wary-eyed dancing go on between us, if I was to use a PS like him. He may need to know (and hear from you) that all you want is your health back, that you have no desire to litigate, you just want someone who has excellent skills to do the job right. He should be able to show you pictures though. If he can't and just won't begin to cooperate with you, it might be better to just pass. With the first guy you have a consult and scheduled surgery with, did you ask him how many explants he has done? He sounds willing enough, but don't let the oversight on blood work concern you. I never had blood work done before explant. The smoking thing is a concern. Nobody should smoke anyway, but definitely it needs to be cut out before major surgery. The thing I want to caution you about is using someone who is not well versed in explant though they are willing to remove all the capsule. First of all, make sure he is just not placating you by saying he will try to get it all as best as possible. Most of the time they say this, being so nice and compliant with your requests, but then they get in there and are just too lazy to

do the thing right. They will get out what's easy to get, and then when you ask him if he got all the capsule, he will say he couldn't, that it was just too hard and too risky. This is their out every time. So, be careful of this kind of talk. Make sure he is committed to getting out that capsule. Second, I went with someone to a doctor who was nice and tried to be compliant with our requests for a total capsulectomy and drains, and I believe she got a fairly good explant, but the scars were terrible. This doctor did not know how to make a clean scar at all. I felt bad for her. The bottom line, as you have found out, is that it is hard to find a good explanting doctor! You need to be assured of their expertise and willingness to do what needs to be done. Try to get that committment from them and establish a good rapport. You may want to get

on the phone with that 4th doctor and see if you guys can establish that good rapport, but if he is going to be a jerk eternally, just remember you are paying for his skills, not his personality. You have to go with who you feel the most comfortable with. I hate that we don't have more good explanting surgeons around. We NEED more! I thank God for the ones we can count on--Dr. Feng, Dr Huang, Dr, Kolb--and a few others. Sometimes you just gotta travel to get that peace of mind. PattyJohanna <brandon_kaylasmommy@...> wrote: -Dear Bindi and Saline Support Group:I am a new member. I have mentors textured saline implants from 1994. I have one rupture and have seen 4 plastic surgeons about removal. They are all board certified with excellent credentials. The first one is really nice which I have a surgery scheduled with next month and said he will try and remove the capsule also as best as possible. However, he didn't order blood work and told me I didn't have to quit smoking which kind of worries me. The second told me to leave the capsule in for extra clevage, isn't board certified (of course-I am NOT using him). The third was a real calous jerk, gave me an attitude about my chronic illnesses which I won't use. The last does remove the capsules and says no, they don't just vanish and leaving it in WILL result in a future surgery which was nice to

hear. He was a bit arrogant, maybe a little humorous, but NONE of them will admit to illnesses conected to them,, of course. The thing that worries me about this one is that he wouldn't show me before and after pictures of removals without replacement because he said there was no point because everyone's breasts look different after removal. That worries me. I saw his breast lifts (which I can't afford nor want to do at this time). He also made me sign a paper that if further procedures need to be done, (ie: treatment of infection or further surgery) I will be responsible for. My husband is very upset about him not showing me pictures and thinks that we shouldn't have to pay for any further procedures relating to the first one. Has anyone heard of this or had to sign something like this? I din't the first time. I thinkk he's a little money hungry. He told me his business wasn't a charity. I also told him my history

of bad health since 7 months after the implants (neurological-bad mri's etc, fibromyalgia, etc, etc) and said I wanted to keep the implants and have them cultured and caught a lot of flack. He said I could use the hospital for thos labs if it made me feel better, but not some off the wall lab he wasn't familiar with. He was very defensive and asked me if I was going to sue anybody because he didn't want to get involved in it. He might be the best surgeon so far (credential wise) but seemed he was more worried about saving his own ass instead of my health. What do you think? I am so confused and don't know who to use at this point. I am so tired of paying a fortune for consults too! I do have a rupture (recent) and have felt really crappy since it happened. I don't think he believed me. Thanks.Jo-NJ

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Patty, Yes I made my own folder. It is Cutshall. I only put two pics in there right now. Might add one of my daughter later. And of course, my explant photos and such when that time comes. I will have to ask Dr. Kolb about all that. Does Dr. Huang have the same thoughts on the mold and fungus?? It's just hard to believe Dr. Melmed has never seen any implants with mold or fungus when these other doctors have. It's a little weird. I did talk to Dr. Kolb and Dr. Huang about the capsules, they agree with Dr. Melmed!!! You can't always get the WHOLE CAPSULE OUT!! They said if it is adhered to your lungs or ribs and it would cause excessive bleeding or worse then they don't scrape all. They said that their will always be miniscule amounts. But whoever I get I want them to scape ALL that is possible!! Dr. Melmed said it is like peeling off a wet tissue from a glass.

Especially with the saline implants. I don't know what exactly to do yet. I need to go get consultations first in order to send it to my insurance. Would it be ok to see 2 or 3 of the doctors for consultation and have them all write letters to my insurance??? If my insurance accepts it, I would prolly choose Dr. Feng, although i would prefer an areola incision, I think she does lollipop ones. i would have to ask her. Dr. kolb, Dr. Melmed and Dr. huang say that they can do the areola incisions. That's how i got my implants and you can't even tell it!!! My husband at the time couldn't tell it!!! ha ha ha Tricia Trish <glory2glory1401@...> wrote: Thanks , I'll have to check out your photos! I know they are not in the group folder, because I just added Traci's there and didn't see any new ones. Did you create a new folder for yourself? I am glad you are able to correspond with these doctors. I just have one more comment about Dr. Melmed's info....that he does not see any mold ON the implants. That is not where the problem lies, though I am sure it probably can on a microscopic level, but besides, you cannot always see mold with the naked eye, right? I mean, there can be spores that are there but not visible? Anyway, most of the problems with mold and fungus have been found INSIDE the saline solution, but as Dr.

Blais described at the FDA hearings in Washington in March 2000, the malfunctioning valve on most implants can actually function as a pump, thereby releasing the contaminated contents of the saline solution into our body. Also, the saline solution acts as a medium in which these pathogens can grow to the point of becoming visible to the naked eye. I've seen implants that had stuff floating in them. Now exactly how did that stuff get in there if it wasn't there when they were implanted??? Anyway, be sure you are talking about the right issues (i.e. mold on the surface of the implant vs inside the implant, what is found in the scar capsules surrounding implants, etc.) ....did you ask Dr. Kolb about the same issues that Dr. Melmed is talking about? I believe you will get a different answer. Patty Cutshall <michellecutshall71 > wrote: Hello, Dr. Melmed says he DOES get the capsules out, the ONLY time he leaves any is if it has adhered to the lungs or ribs to where it would cause excessive bleeding or puncture the lungs. That wouldn't be worth it. He says it's like removing a wet tissue from a mirror. There will always be microscopic remains. But that the capsules will dissipate. I haven't asked him yet where the proof is for that yet. I have been soooo busy talking to Dr. Kolb, Dr. Huang and Dr. Melmed about many different things. All my answers and questions are turning and turning in my head!!! Dr. Melmed did say however, that He personally has never taken out implants that had mold and fungus on them. He said he has never seen this on implants ever. I wonder what is causing the mold on some of these ladies implants?? He also says that it's not the capsule that causes

the problems but the silicone in the shell. I would imagine though that there are "microscopic remains of silicone" in the capsules too. Maybe that is why some of these ladies are sick or it's that the damage has already been done from having the implants. I guess it is worse on some than others. I believe though through detox and proper eating and of course GOD that there is hope!!! Kacey said she is doing good. She feels much better although not 100%. But she has her energy back and she is not hurting like before. She also went back to Dr. Melmed for a lump on her hand and he removed it for her and barely left a scar. She was well pleased. Just thought you all might want to know!!! Blessings! p.s. I posted some pics of myself on the group page photo section if anyone wants to put a face to a name!!

lolLynn <spinkscl > wrote: , I agree with Patty. Nan, who posts on this board as well is trying to save up money to get the remaining capsule out of her body that her first explant doctor left behind. She is still very sick, even after explant. She had saline implants!! Dr. Kolb is charging her almost $10,000 just to remove the partial capsule which was left behind. I am with you, I would pray to God and hope He leads you down the right path. Your surgery is going to be expensive and I would hate for you to have another surgery down the road to remove the capsule. Hugs, Lynnglory2glory1401 <glory2glory1401 > wrote: ,I wish Dr. Melmed will show us his proof for saying the capsules will dissolve. Did you ask him? I am sure he can get it all if it is not too risky. I'd just want to make sure he has it in his mind to get it all if he can. In that case he may be a very good choice for you. I would just want to know that my doctor is not basing any of his actions regarding my outcome on false assumptions, such as capsules dissolving. At this point, we believe it is best to get out all of the scar tissue, based on several studies and papers written by medical professionals, and the experiences of women who did not have capsules removed and did not heal. You can see these articles for yourself in our files section and links section on explant. Be sure to read them and review them carefully.You'll just

have to go with your own instincts! Dr. Melmed has a great bedside manner from what I have heard.By the way, how is Kacey doing? The last I heard she was still dealing with some symptoms that have not resolved.Patty> >I have been talking to Dr. Melmed, Dr. Kolb, and Dr. Huang all week.> >I still haven't decided which one I want. It is so very hard to> >decide which would be best for me. It would be easiest to see Dr.> >Melmed because I have family in texas that I could stay with and that> >would save me on hotel expenses. But Dr. Kolb has contacted me by> >email and phone which has impressed me very much. Dr. Huang showed me> >great compassion in her email and hopes that i get better so I don't> >have to see her. Three very good

doctors, just gotta pray about it.> >Anyway, the reason I am writing is I called my insurance and they> >said that if a Dr. sends a letter stating that it is my implants> >making me sick and that they can prove they need to come out,> >(leaking, rupture or whatever). I have to send it prior to the> >surgery. Don't know if there is really any hard proof from what I> >have read though. But maybe a good persuasive letter from a reputible> >doctor would be enough. And God's blessing on that as well. I have> >been talking to Kacey Long as well and she said she had to send> >multiple letters but she finally got her insurance to pay. So let me> >know what you all think. Also, all three doctors i talked to said> >that they remove the capsules but there are times that they have to> >leave "some" especially if it is adhered to your lungs, ribs,

or> >chest wall. So I guess a complete removal isn't always achievable but> >getting out the majority of the implant and capsule still has to be> >good, right?? Thanks to all who have been responding to my messages.> >You all have been very helpful.> >> > Cutshall> >> >> >> >Ask a question on any topic and get answers from real people. > ><http://ca.answers./>Go to Answers.> >> >> >> >No need to miss a message. > ><http://us.rd./evt=43910/*http://mobile./mail>Get > >email on-the-go> >with for Mobile. > ><http://us.rd./evt=43910/*http://mobile./mail>Get started.> >> > > > > > > ---------------------------------> No need to miss a message. Get email on-the-go > with for Mobile. Get started.> Get the free toolbar and rest assured with the added security of spyware protection. Bored stiff? Loosen up...Download and play hundreds of games for free on Games.

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Yes, we are all better women for getting through this adversity, I truly believe that. It's been a challenge, but we've persevered! I thank God for women like you and and Ilena! Brave souls! You guys paved the way for us in the early years, laying a foundation that has remained solid to this day. We will never give up the fight, and look how many women we've got fighting this fight with us now! Someday we will ensure that the truth is found as to why we are sick. But can you imagine the world for women with implants if you had stayed silent, or did not do the work that you did so many years ago? I shudder. I would have still been sick, not knowing why. Lynda, thank YOU!! PattyLynda Roth <coss@...> wrote: Wow, Patty. I totally agree with your answer.We have all suffered, and you know that God led you to this info. I was just a way to get it to you.And look at what you have done for yourself and others once you were educated. Wow.I think we are better people because of the adversity we faced.LyndaAt 08:49 AM 7/13/2007, you wrote:>Absolutely I would have done that instead of >implants years ago if I could have. I would >definitely have preferred to use my own tissue >instead, and I even asked my plastic surgeon at >the time if there wasn't anything else

>available--even cloning tissue--and he said no.>>So, I went ahead. I asked tons of questions on >safety. Unfortunately, at that time my husband >and I were living paycheck to paycheck ( I saved >up my waitressing tips for a year to get >implants) and we were lucky to even get a >computer when we did, which was right around >that time as well. Lynda, you were one of the >very first women I wrote to after I got sick...I >remember your article called "The Safe Saline >Implant?" I think I even still have that first >copy I printed off on my dot-matrix printer way back--10 years ago!>>Oh Lynda, gosh what we've been through. You've suffered way more than I have.>>As for doing it in the future if it became >available, I tend to say NO. I have become >comfortable with my body now. I want to age >gracefully. I accept that this life as God

made >it is the way it was intended to be lived, >wrinkles, saggy breasts and all. I trust in His >divine providence and grace. I've got better >uses for my money, and I think I'd rather make >sure my kids have an inheritance than to >squander it foolishly on a body that is going to >go to the grave and turn to dust anyway.>>But, never say never! Who knows....If I ever >ended up with so much money that I wouldn't know >what to do with it, and life was a bowl of >cherries, all our needs were met, all my kids >needs were met, and my modest boobs were hanging >again (with my lift they don't hang at all, >they're perky), I just might give it a second thought.>>LOL, Lynda, thanks for asking. That was fun to think about!>Patty>>>>>Lynda Roth <cossprivatei>

wrote:>How about you? Would you consider it? Would you>have considered it instead of implants years ago if it were available?>>Lynda>>At 06:25 PM 7/12/2007, you wrote:>> >Me too!> >> >Lynda Roth <<mailto:coss%40privatei.com>cossprivatei> wrote:> >Well, now, I would have to think about that. If> >I were in my 30's, I think the answer would be> >yes. I am 66, so it is a different thought> >process. I would not do it until it had been> >done for a couple of years in the U.S. and I> >would check on the changes it might make in> >hormones. If it affected hormones, I would have to say no.> >> >Nobody likes to be missing a breast like I am,> >but I am pretty used to the prosthesis. It is> >heavy and uncomfortable at times,

still. But, I> >am not much for surgery these days.> >> >I am really glad that an alternative to implants> >may be just around the corner. I would love to> >see every one of them destroyed.> >> >Lynda> >> >At 05:54 PM 7/12/2007, you wrote:> >> > >Lynda,> > >Would you undergo such a procedure if you had the chance?> > >Patty> > >> > >Lynda Roth > <<mailto:coss%40privatei.com><mailto:coss%40privatei.com>cossprivatei> > wrote:> > >,> > >> > >The science of fat transfers continues to improve.> > >> > >Now in Europe they are using stem cells to help> > >fat transfers and help women to have larger> > >breasts without

implants. In a few years, this> > >procedure may be here. It is exciting.> > >> > >Lynda> > >> > >At 12:25 PM 7/12/2007, you wrote:> > >> > > >Dr. Kolb told me today that her pricing is $9000> > > >to $10,000 with the lift. I think I would rather> > > >have the fat transfers then cuz it's the same> > > >price. So far, Dr. Melmed is the most> > > >affordable. But I like the idea of the fat> > > >transfers. I don't understand though, if they> > > >can transfer fat to our breasts then why haven't> > > >they done this instead of implants in the first place??? I don't get it.> > > >> > > >> > > >> > > >Lynda Roth> > >

<<mailto:coss%40privatei.com><mailto:coss%40privatei.com><mailto:coss%40privatei.com>cossprivatei> >> > wrote:> > > >,> > > >> > > >Dr. Huang has always said that many women receive> > > >unnecessary lifts. I do believe she does some> > > >internal work to lift the breasts so a visible lift can be avoided.> > > >> > > >Lynda> > > >> > > >At 01:56 AM 7/12/2007, you wrote:> > > >> > > > >Hi ,> > > > >> > > > >I really appreciate you sharing your findings with me.> > > > >I really want to get something set up as a goal to> > > > >work towards. I wish I could get something covered by>

> > > >insurance, but because I live in Canada I can't and> > > > >none of the 3 surgeons I consulted with here are> > > > >willing to remove my capsules. That scares me a bit,> > > > >but my instincts tell me I should get them out with> > > > >the implants. Plus there is so much information from> > > > >the women here about it. I don't want to take> > > > >chances...> > > > >> > > > >I have been worried about getting a lift or transfer> > > > >because I don't have any children yet and am concerned> > > > >that it would cause problems with breastfeeding in the> > > > >future. Dr Melmed, Feng and Huang have all assured me> > > > >that this shouldn't be a problem. I am not sure about> > > > >how it works with the

transfers though. I sent photos> > > > >to Dr Huang and Melmed and he thinks I could use a> > > > >lift although she doesn't... I just keep gathering> > > > >information while I save up. I have been working> > > > >towards my explant for a year now. It is taking much> > > > >longer than I expected but hopefully I will be really> > > > >prepared when the time comes.> > > > >> > > > >Today Dr. melmed told me in an email that almost> > > > >everyone can look good after explant. He said alot of> > > > >PS tell you that you will be deformed or have a 'bad> > > > >cosmetic result' and its not true. That was nice to> > > > >hear for a change!!> > > > >> > > > >Keep me posted on your progress and I will share

any> > > > >information too.> > > > >> > > > >Katy:)> > > > >--- Cutshall> > > > ><<mailto:michellecutshall71%40><mailto> > > >> > >> > > :michellecutshall71%40><mailto:michellecutshall71%40><mailto:michellecutshall71%40><mailto:michellecutshall71%40>michellecutshall71 >> > > > >wrote:> > > > >> > > > > > Katy,> > > > > >> > > > > > Is Dr. Kolb expensive?? I heard today that she was> > > > > > really, really expensive. But Dr. Feng is expensive> > > > > > too. That's

who i wanted to go to but she quoted me> > > > > > $13,200 for explant/lift. I have been talking mostly> > > > > > to Dr. Melmed. He got on the phone and talked to me> > > > > > today explaining the whole procedure, the myths,> > > > > > internet rumors, capsules, lifts and such. He said> > > > > > you can't 100% get rid of all the capsules. He said> > > > > > anyone who says they can are lieing. And Dr. Huang> > > > > > said the same thing. They both said if it has> > > > > > adhered to your ribs or lungs or chest wall then> > > > > > there will be some left. However, he said that if> > > > > > you have saline implants that the capsule will> > > > > > dissipate within a year. Silicone will not. They> > > > > >

have to make a choice to either cause you severe> > > > > > bleeding, possible puncture of the lungs or chest> > > > > > wall or to leave some. He said they get what is> > > > > > humanly possible. Dr. Melmed also says that most> > > > > > women who have implants behind the muscle don't need> > > > > > a lift cuz the muscle will pull> > > > > > the breast tissue back up, but sometimes it is> > > > > > necessary if you had sagging breasts before> > > > > > implants. So that's good news. Oh, he also doesn't> > > > > > charge for the lift and he can take out the implant> > > > > > and do the lift through the areola!!! No nasty T> > > > > > scar!!! That's a plus!! Dr. Kolb says she can do> > > > > > that too. I like

Dr. Huang also cuz she does the> > > > > > fat transfers. She quoted me for explant/fat> > > > > > transfer around $9000. That's a little higher than> > > > > > i wanted. Not sure if she does the areola incision,> > > > > > i will have to ask.I hope you get yours out soon> > > > > > too. If my insurance will cover it then i want mine> > > > > > out ASAP!!!! if not, i will have to wait till next> > > > > > march. That sucks when you know what's wrong but you> > > > > > can't fix it!!> > > > > >> > > > > > God Bless!!!> > > > > > Cutshall> > > > > >> > > > > >> > > > > > katy mclean> > > > >> > > >> > >> >

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> > while about getting the implants out and leaving the> > > > > > capsules, but decided against it. So now I am saving> > > > > > the money up, because I have bad credit and can't> > > > > > borrow it. I have been in contact with Dr Feng, Dr> > > > > > Huang, Dr Melmed so far. I want to talk to Dr Kolb> > > > > > too, eventhough it would be very difficult for me to> > > > > > afford her at this time. She really understands the> > > > > > lymph node connection which is a really bad problem> > > > > > for me.> > > > > >> > > > > > So did all of the surgeons you spoke to say that> > > > > > sometimes its not possible to get all the capsule?> > > > > >> > > > > > Are you going for a lift

as well? Dr Huang does fat> > > > > > transfers as well... I am considering this as an> > > > > > alternative to a lift.> > > > > >> > > > > > Katy:)> > > > > >> > > > > > michellecutshall71> > > > >> > > >> > >> > > <<mailto:michellecutshall71%40><mailto:michellecutshall71%40><mailto:michellecutshall71%40><mailto:michellecutshall71%40><mailto:michellecutshall71%40>michellecutshall71 >> > > > > > wrote: I have been talking to Dr. Melmed, Dr.> > > > > > Kolb, and Dr. Huang all week.> > > > > > I still

haven't decided which one I want. It is so> > > > > > very hard to> > > > > > decide which would be best for me. It would be> > > > > > easiest to see Dr.> > > > > > Melmed because I have family in texas that I could> > > > > > stay with and that> > > > > > would save me on hotel expenses. But Dr. Kolb has> > > > > > contacted me by> > > > > > email and phone which has impressed me very much.> > > > > > Dr. Huang showed me> > > > > > great compassion in her email and hopes that i get> > > > > > better so I don't> > > > > > have to see her. Three very good doctors, just gotta> > > > > > pray about it.> > > > > > Anyway, the reason I am writing is I called my> >

> > > > insurance and they> > > > > > said that if a Dr. sends a letter stating that it is> > > > > > my implants> > > > > > making me sick and that they can prove they need to> > > > > > come out,> > > > > > (leaking, rupture or whatever). I have to send it> > > > > > prior to the> > > > > > surgery. Don't know if there is really any hard> > > > > > proof from what I> > > > > > have read though. But maybe a good persuasive letter> > > > > > from a reputible> > > > > > doctor would be enough. And God's blessing on that> > > > > > as well. I have> > > > > > been talking to Kacey Long as well and she said she> > > > > > had to send> > > > >

> multiple letters but she finally got her insurance> > > > > > to pay. So let me> > > > > > know what you all think. Also, all three doctors i> > > > > > talked to said> > > > > > that they remove the capsules but there are times> > > > > > that they have to> > > > > > leave "some" especially if it is adhered to your> > > > > > lungs, ribs, or> > > > > > chest wall. So I guess a complete removal isn't> > > > > > always achievable but> > > > > > getting out the majority of the implant and capsule> > > > > > still has to be> > > > > > good, right?? Thanks to all who have been responding> > > > > > to my messages.> > > > > > You all have been very helpful.> >

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Nan, I know Dr. Melmed said that he gets all that he can other than that which is dangerous to remove but the other top well -known doctors that everyone recommends say the exact same thing!! So why is Dr. melmed catching all the flack?? Dr. Kolb told me the same thing, Dr. Huang told me the same thing. I haven't talked to Dr. Feng but i have an consultation scheduled with her. But from what i am reading though, even the women who have had FULL CAPSULECTOMIES are still having pain and such. So what is the deal?? Do we really know?? I am guessing that the damage is already done, so to speak. But I do hear that it gets better when the capsules are out. I would never leave them in!! But if they are adhered to my lungs is there really a chance to get that 100% completely off??? All 3 of the doctors are in agreement. So I'm not sure why everyone is cracking on Dr. Melmed. Blessings and prayers

to you and your situation!!! Lea <devans@...> wrote: Oh, Nan, honey, it sounds like we are in the same boat. Dr. Blais told me that I have no choice that this garbage must come out. I am so sorry that you too have been abused, it makes me so angry. I hope that you find a good surgeon to clean you out, you need your health back. Stay close...love

you...Lea ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~`````````` Re: Doctors and Insurance Hi , I went to Dr Haggerty in SC, he is right by my house. Let me tell you, it was the worst mistake. He said all the right things, but I did not ask enough

questions. I was very ill and just wanted them out. He did the surgery and said he took out the capsule, I only found out he did a partial after reading the report. Then he lied many times because he knew he did not do what he said. So....please only use on the better known doctors. And with Dr Melmed, I know there has been discussion about this, but I would NOT use anyone that leaves anything, I would rather bleed to death than know I had to live like this for the rest of my life. I keep coming back to Dr Blais, he is the biochemist, and what he says makes sense to me. And the Dr I am using said the tissue can actually grow and adhere to places if you leave it, and I swear that is what is happening with me, I can feel stuff behind my breasts. This is a very costly mistake. I keep paying and paying and I am still not finished. PLEASE don't make this mistake. Nan> > >I have been talking to Dr. Melmed, Dr. Kolb, and Dr. Huang all > week.> > >I still haven't decided which one I want. It is so very hard to> > >decide which would be best for me. It would be easiest to see Dr.> > >Melmed because I have family in texas that I could stay with and > that> > >would save me on hotel expenses. But Dr. Kolb has contacted me by> > >email and phone which has impressed me very much. Dr. Huang > showed me> > >great compassion in her email and hopes that i get better so I > don't> > >have to see her. Three very good doctors, just gotta pray about > it.> > >Anyway, the reason I am writing is I called my insurance and they> > >said that if a Dr. sends a letter stating

that it is my implants> > >making me sick and that they can prove they need to come out,> > >(leaking, rupture or whatever). I have to send it prior to the> > >surgery. Don't know if there is really any hard proof from what I> > >have read though. But maybe a good persuasive letter from a > reputible> > >doctor would be enough. And God's blessing on that as well. I have> > >been talking to Kacey Long as well and she said she had to send> > >multiple letters but she finally got her insurance to pay. So let > me> > >know what you all think. Also, all three doctors i talked to said> > >that they remove the capsules but there are times that they have > to> > >leave "some" especially if it is adhered to your lungs, ribs, or> > >chest wall. So I guess a complete removal isn't always achievable >

but> > >getting out the majority of the implant and capsule still has to > be> > >good, right?? Thanks to all who have been responding to my > messages.> > >You all have been very helpful.> > >> > > Cutshall> > >> > >> > >> > >Ask a question on any topic and get answers from real people. > > ><http://ca.answers./>Go to Answers.> > >> > >> > >> > >No need to miss a message. > > > ><http://us.rd./evt=43910/*http://mobile./mail>Get > > >email on-the-go> > >with for Mobile. > > > ><http://us.rd./evt=43910/*http://mobile./mail>Get > started.> > >> > > > > > > > > > > > > > ---------------------------------> > No need to miss a message. Get email on-the-go > > with for Mobile. Get started.> >> > > > > > > > > > ---------------------------------> Get the free toolbar and rest assured with the added security of spyware protection. > > > > > ---------------------------------> Get the free toolbar and rest assured with the added security of spyware protection.>

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, You'll have to ask Dr. Huang what her opinion is on the mold and fungus. I think all of the plastic surgeons agree that it is not ALWAYS, as in 100%, possible to get the capsules out of every person, every time. That is something I've always understood. But that does not mean that you can't get the capsule out, say, 90% of the time. I've seen implants taken out of the body that had the scar tissue still intact all the way around. I know it can be done. I think we've even got pictures of them in our photos files. So it is certainly possible. It's just not possible in every single instance. But that is no excuse to try to convince us that it can't be done most of the time. I think the difference is in how you want to view it. Sort of like a glass that is either half full or half empty. I'd like to go to a PS that thinks

the glass is half full. That is, I'd like to go to a doctor who thinks it is certainly possible to get out all of the scar tissue. Dr. Feng and Dr. Kolb are two doctors who think like this. Another thing....the scar tissue can be paper thin for sure. But it can also be very thick, much thicker than a piece of wet tissue. I am not well versed on how insurances work, so I am not sure if sending letters from all of these surgeons is a good idea or not. I guess if you use them as supporting your stance of needing removal, the more opinions you have the better, but don't quote me on that. You may want to ask someone who is very knowledgeable about insurance. You will find the right doctor--these are all good doctors. You are in a much better position in being able to choose from all of these. Some women can't even get out of their own state. So, you

will be in good hands, whoever you choose! Patty Cutshall <michellecutshall71@...> wrote: Patty, Yes I made my own folder. It is Cutshall. I only put two pics in there right now. Might add one of my daughter later. And of course, my explant photos and such when that time comes. I will have to ask Dr. Kolb about all that. Does Dr. Huang have the same thoughts on the mold and fungus?? It's just hard to believe Dr.

Melmed has never seen any implants with mold or fungus when these other doctors have. It's a little weird. I did talk to Dr. Kolb and Dr. Huang about the capsules, they agree with Dr. Melmed!!! You can't always get the WHOLE CAPSULE OUT!! They said if it is adhered to your lungs or ribs and it would cause excessive bleeding or worse then they don't scrape all. They said that their will always be miniscule amounts. But whoever I get I want them to scape ALL that is possible!! Dr. Melmed said it is like peeling off a wet tissue from a glass. Especially with the saline implants. I don't know what exactly to do yet. I need to go get consultations first in order to send it to my insurance. Would it be ok to see 2 or 3 of the doctors for consultation and have them all write letters to my insurance??? If my insurance accepts it, I would prolly choose Dr. Feng, although i would prefer an areola incision, I think

she does lollipop ones. i would have to ask her. Dr. kolb, Dr. Melmed and Dr. huang say that they can do the areola incisions. That's how i got my implants and you can't even tell it!!! My husband at the time couldn't tell it!!! ha ha ha Tricia Trish <glory2glory1401 > wrote: Thanks , I'll have to check out your photos! I know they are not in the group folder, because I just added Traci's there and didn't see any new ones. Did you create a new folder for yourself? I am glad you are able to correspond with these doctors. I just have one more comment about Dr. Melmed's info....that he does not see any mold ON the implants. That is not where the problem lies, though I am sure it probably

can on a microscopic level, but besides, you cannot always see mold with the naked eye, right? I mean, there can be spores that are there but not visible? Anyway, most of the problems with mold and fungus have been found INSIDE the saline solution, but as Dr. Blais described at the FDA hearings in Washington in March 2000, the malfunctioning valve on most implants can actually function as a pump, thereby releasing the contaminated contents of the saline solution into our body. Also, the saline solution acts as a medium in which these pathogens can grow to the point of becoming visible to the naked eye. I've seen implants that had stuff floating in them. Now exactly how did that stuff get in there if it wasn't there when they were implanted??? Anyway, be sure you are talking about the right issues (i.e. mold on the surface of the implant vs inside the implant, what is found in the scar capsules surrounding implants, etc.)

.....did you ask Dr. Kolb about the same issues that Dr. Melmed is talking about? I believe you will get a different answer. Patty Cutshall <michellecutshall71 > wrote: Hello, Dr. Melmed says he DOES get the capsules out, the ONLY time he leaves any is if it has adhered to the lungs or ribs to where it would cause excessive bleeding or puncture the lungs. That wouldn't be worth it. He says it's like removing a wet tissue from a mirror. There will always be microscopic remains. But that the capsules will dissipate. I haven't asked him yet where the proof is for that yet. I have been soooo busy talking to Dr. Kolb, Dr. Huang and Dr. Melmed about many different things. All my answers and questions are turning and turning in my head!!! Dr. Melmed did say

however, that He personally has never taken out implants that had mold and fungus on them. He said he has never seen this on implants ever. I wonder what is causing the mold on some of these ladies implants?? He also says that it's not the capsule that causes the problems but the silicone in the shell. I would imagine though that there are "microscopic remains of silicone" in the capsules too. Maybe that is why some of these ladies are sick or it's that the damage has already been done from having the implants. I guess it is worse on some than others. I believe though through detox and proper eating and of course GOD that there is hope!!! Kacey said she is doing good. She feels much better although not 100%. But she has her energy back and she is not hurting like before. She also went back to Dr. Melmed for a lump on her hand and he removed it for her and barely left a scar. She was well pleased. Just

thought you all might want to know!!! Blessings! p.s. I posted some pics of myself on the group page photo section if anyone wants to put a face to a name!! lolLynn <spinkscl > wrote: , I agree with Patty. Nan, who posts on this board as well is trying to save up money to get the remaining capsule out of her body that her first explant doctor left behind. She is still very sick, even after explant. She had saline implants!! Dr. Kolb is charging her almost $10,000 just to remove the partial capsule which was left behind. I am with you, I would pray to God and hope He leads you down the right path. Your

surgery is going to be expensive and I would hate for you to have another surgery down the road to remove the capsule. Hugs, Lynnglory2glory1401 <glory2glory1401 > wrote: ,I wish Dr. Melmed will show us his proof for saying the capsules will dissolve. Did you ask him? I am sure he can get it all if it is not too risky. I'd just want to make sure he has it in his mind to get it all if he can. In that case he may be a very good choice for you. I would just want to know that my doctor is not basing any of his actions regarding my outcome on false assumptions, such as capsules dissolving. At this point, we believe it is best to get out all of the scar tissue, based on several studies and papers written by medical

professionals, and the experiences of women who did not have capsules removed and did not heal. You can see these articles for yourself in our files section and links section on explant. Be sure to read them and review them carefully.You'll just have to go with your own instincts! Dr. Melmed has a great bedside manner from what I have heard.By the way, how is Kacey doing? The last I heard she was still dealing with some symptoms that have not resolved.Patty> >I have been talking to Dr. Melmed, Dr. Kolb, and Dr. Huang all week.> >I still haven't decided which one I want. It is so very hard to> >decide which would be best for me. It would be easiest to see Dr.> >Melmed because I have family in texas that I could stay with and that> >would save me on hotel expenses.

But Dr. Kolb has contacted me by> >email and phone which has impressed me very much. Dr. Huang showed me> >great compassion in her email and hopes that i get better so I don't> >have to see her. Three very good doctors, just gotta pray about it.> >Anyway, the reason I am writing is I called my insurance and they> >said that if a Dr. sends a letter stating that it is my implants> >making me sick and that they can prove they need to come out,> >(leaking, rupture or whatever). I have to send it prior to the> >surgery. Don't know if there is really any hard proof from what I> >have read though. But maybe a good persuasive letter from a reputible> >doctor would be enough. And God's blessing on that as well. I have> >been talking to Kacey Long as well and she said she had to send> >multiple letters but she finally got her insurance to pay. So

let me> >know what you all think. Also, all three doctors i talked to said> >that they remove the capsules but there are times that they have to> >leave "some" especially if it is adhered to your lungs, ribs, or> >chest wall. So I guess a complete removal isn't always achievable but> >getting out the majority of the implant and capsule still has to be> >good, right?? Thanks to all who have been responding to my messages.> >You all have been very helpful.> >> > Cutshall> >> >> >> >Ask a question on any topic and get answers from real people. > ><http://ca.answers./>Go to Answers.> >> >> >> >No need to miss a message. > ><http://us.rd./evt=43910/*http://mobile./mail>Get > >email on-the-go> >with for Mobile. > ><http://us.rd./evt=43910/*http://mobile./mail>Get started.> >> > > > > > > ---------------------------------> No need to miss a message. Get email on-the-go > with for Mobile. Get started.> Get the free toolbar and rest assured

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Thanks Tricia!! I am very grateful that there are sites like this one where I can get all this information. you all are saving many, many many women's lives!!!! I am thankful even though there are different opinions. I believe everyone is one here to help not harm. It's great that there are lists of qualified trustworthy surgeons and detox information and more. God Bless!! Tricia Trish <glory2glory1401@...> wrote: , You'll have to ask Dr. Huang what her opinion is on the mold and fungus. I think all of the plastic surgeons agree that it is not ALWAYS, as in 100%, possible to get the capsules out of every person, every time. That is something I've always understood. But that does not mean that you can't get the capsule out, say, 90% of the time. I've seen implants taken out of the body that had the scar tissue still intact all the way around. I know it can be done. I think we've even got pictures of them in our photos files. So it is certainly possible. It's just not possible in every single instance. But that is no excuse to try to convince us that it can't be done most of the time. I think the difference is in how you want to view it. Sort of like a glass that is either half full or half empty. I'd like to go to a PS that thinks

the glass is half full. That is, I'd like to go to a doctor who thinks it is certainly possible to get out all of the scar tissue. Dr. Feng and Dr. Kolb are two doctors who think like this. Another thing....the scar tissue can be paper thin for sure. But it can also be very thick, much thicker than a piece of wet tissue. I am not well versed on how insurances work, so I am not sure if sending letters from all of these surgeons is a good idea or not. I guess if you use them as supporting your stance of needing removal, the more opinions you have the better, but don't quote me on that. You may want to ask someone who is very knowledgeable about insurance. You will find the right doctor--these are all good doctors. You are in a much better position in being able to choose from all of these. Some women can't even get out of their own state. So, you

will be in good hands, whoever you choose! Patty Cutshall <michellecutshall71 > wrote: Patty, Yes I made my own folder. It is Cutshall. I only put two pics in there right now. Might add one of my daughter later. And of course, my explant photos and such when that time comes. I will have to ask Dr. Kolb about all that. Does Dr. Huang have the same thoughts on the mold and fungus?? It's just hard to believe Dr. Melmed has never seen any implants with mold or fungus when these other doctors have. It's a little weird. I did talk to Dr. Kolb and Dr. Huang about the capsules, they agree with Dr. Melmed!!! You can't always get the WHOLE CAPSULE OUT!! They said if it is adhered to your lungs or ribs

and it would cause excessive bleeding or worse then they don't scrape all. They said that their will always be miniscule amounts. But whoever I get I want them to scape ALL that is possible!! Dr. Melmed said it is like peeling off a wet tissue from a glass. Especially with the saline implants. I don't know what exactly to do yet. I need to go get consultations first in order to send it to my insurance. Would it be ok to see 2 or 3 of the doctors for consultation and have them all write letters to my insurance??? If my insurance accepts it, I would prolly choose Dr. Feng, although i would prefer an areola incision, I think she does lollipop ones. i would have to ask her. Dr. kolb, Dr. Melmed and Dr. huang say that they can do the areola incisions. That's how i got my implants and you can't even tell it!!! My husband at the time couldn't tell it!!! ha ha ha Tricia

Trish <glory2glory1401 > wrote: Thanks , I'll have to check out your photos! I know they are not in the group folder, because I just added Traci's there and didn't see any new ones. Did you create a new folder for yourself? I am glad you are able to correspond with these doctors. I just have one more comment about Dr. Melmed's info....that he does not see any mold ON the implants. That is not where the problem lies, though I am sure it probably can on a microscopic level, but besides, you cannot always see mold with the naked eye, right? I mean, there can be spores that are there but not visible? Anyway, most of the problems with mold and fungus have been found INSIDE the saline solution, but as Dr. Blais described at the FDA hearings in

Washington in March 2000, the malfunctioning valve on most implants can actually function as a pump, thereby releasing the contaminated contents of the saline solution into our body. Also, the saline solution acts as a medium in which these pathogens can grow to the point of becoming visible to the naked eye. I've seen implants that had stuff floating in them. Now exactly how did that stuff get in there if it wasn't there when they were implanted??? Anyway, be sure you are talking about the right issues (i.e. mold on the surface of the implant vs inside the implant, what is found in the scar capsules surrounding implants, etc.) ....did you ask Dr. Kolb about the same issues that Dr. Melmed is talking about? I believe you will get a different answer. Patty Cutshall <michellecutshall71 > wrote: Hello, Dr. Melmed says he DOES get the capsules out, the ONLY time he leaves any is if it has adhered to the lungs or ribs to where it would cause excessive bleeding or puncture the lungs. That wouldn't be worth it. He says it's like removing a wet tissue from a mirror. There will always be microscopic remains. But that the capsules will dissipate. I haven't asked him yet where the proof is for that yet. I have been soooo busy talking to Dr. Kolb, Dr. Huang and Dr. Melmed about many different things. All my answers and questions are turning and turning in my head!!! Dr. Melmed did say however, that He personally has never taken out implants that had mold and fungus on them. He said he has never seen this on implants ever. I wonder what is causing the mold on some of these ladies implants?? He also says that it's not the capsule that causes the problems but the silicone in

the shell. I would imagine though that there are "microscopic remains of silicone" in the capsules too. Maybe that is why some of these ladies are sick or it's that the damage has already been done from having the implants. I guess it is worse on some than others. I believe though through detox and proper eating and of course GOD that there is hope!!! Kacey said she is doing good. She feels much better although not 100%. But she has her energy back and she is not hurting like before. She also went back to Dr. Melmed for a lump on her hand and he removed it for her and barely left a scar. She was well pleased. Just thought you all might want to know!!! Blessings! p.s. I posted some pics of myself on the group page photo section if anyone wants to put a face to a name!! lolLynn

<spinkscl > wrote: , I agree with Patty. Nan, who posts on this board as well is trying to save up money to get the remaining capsule out of her body that her first explant doctor left behind. She is still very sick, even after explant. She had saline implants!! Dr. Kolb is charging her almost $10,000 just to remove the partial capsule which was left behind. I am with you, I would pray to God and hope He leads you down the right path. Your surgery is going to be expensive and I would hate for you to have another surgery down the road to remove the capsule. Hugs, Lynnglory2glory1401 <glory2glory1401 > wrote: ,I wish Dr. Melmed will show us his proof for saying the capsules will dissolve. Did you ask him? I am sure he can get it all if it is not too risky. I'd just want to make sure he has it in his mind to get it all if he can. In that case he may be a very good choice for you. I would just want to know that my doctor is not basing any of his actions regarding my outcome on false assumptions, such as capsules dissolving. At this point, we believe it is best to get out all of the scar tissue, based on several studies and papers written by medical professionals, and the experiences of women who did not have capsules removed and did not heal. You can see these articles for yourself in our files section and links section on explant. Be sure to read them and review them carefully.You'll just have to go

with your own instincts! Dr. Melmed has a great bedside manner from what I have heard.By the way, how is Kacey doing? The last I heard she was still dealing with some symptoms that have not resolved.Patty> >I have been talking to Dr. Melmed, Dr. Kolb, and Dr. Huang all week.> >I still haven't decided which one I want. It is so very hard to> >decide which would be best for me. It would be easiest to see Dr.> >Melmed because I have family in texas that I could stay with and that> >would save me on hotel expenses. But Dr. Kolb has contacted me by> >email and phone which has impressed me very much. Dr. Huang showed me> >great compassion in her email and hopes that i get better so I don't> >have to see her. Three very good doctors, just gotta pray about

it.> >Anyway, the reason I am writing is I called my insurance and they> >said that if a Dr. sends a letter stating that it is my implants> >making me sick and that they can prove they need to come out,> >(leaking, rupture or whatever). I have to send it prior to the> >surgery. Don't know if there is really any hard proof from what I> >have read though. But maybe a good persuasive letter from a reputible> >doctor would be enough. And God's blessing on that as well. I have> >been talking to Kacey Long as well and she said she had to send> >multiple letters but she finally got her insurance to pay. So let me> >know what you all think. Also, all three doctors i talked to said> >that they remove the capsules but there are times that they have to> >leave "some" especially if it is adhered to your lungs, ribs, or> >chest wall. So I

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, I really did not mean to go off on that particular doctor.

I think after what has happened to me I am hypersensitive and just

don't want anyone else to go through this. If you feel confident

that he knows how to do the surgery, it is a huge decision. I have

not spoken to him so I don't know. My doctor did not even do en vloc

from what I gather, he popped them out. Scary stuff. I guess only

time will tell about recovery, but we have to do everything to get

better. Nan

> > > >I have been talking to Dr. Melmed, Dr. Kolb, and Dr. Huang all

> > week.

> > > >I still haven't decided which one I want. It is so very hard to

> > > >decide which would be best for me. It would be easiest to see

Dr.

> > > >Melmed because I have family in texas that I could stay with

and

> > that

> > > >would save me on hotel expenses. But Dr. Kolb has contacted me

by

> > > >email and phone which has impressed me very much. Dr. Huang

> > showed me

> > > >great compassion in her email and hopes that i get better so I

> > don't

> > > >have to see her. Three very good doctors, just gotta pray

about

> > it.

> > > >Anyway, the reason I am writing is I called my insurance and

they

> > > >said that if a Dr. sends a letter stating that it is my

implants

> > > >making me sick and that they can prove they need to come out,

> > > >(leaking, rupture or whatever). I have to send it prior to the

> > > >surgery. Don't know if there is really any hard proof from

what I

> > > >have read though. But maybe a good persuasive letter from a

> > reputible

> > > >doctor would be enough. And God's blessing on that as well. I

> have

> > > >been talking to Kacey Long as well and she said she had to send

> > > >multiple letters but she finally got her insurance to pay. So

> let

> > me

> > > >know what you all think. Also, all three doctors i talked to

said

> > > >that they remove the capsules but there are times that they

have

> > to

> > > >leave " some " especially if it is adhered to your lungs, ribs,

or

> > > >chest wall. So I guess a complete removal isn't always

> achievable

> > but

> > > >getting out the majority of the implant and capsule still has

to

> > be

> > > >good, right?? Thanks to all who have been responding to my

> > messages.

> > > >You all have been very helpful.

> > > >

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, Dr. Melmed is a good doctor. We've had alot of women use him. I think the difference, though the plastic surgeons are in agreement that it is not always possible to get the scar tissue removed 100% in every single person, every single time, is that with some of our other doctors, the women walk away from consultation knowing that they are going to get a total capsulectomy.. My own doctor told me when I asked about getting a total capsulectomy, "It's the only way to do it." That is much different from hearing a doctor say, "it's not possible to get it all." I think what we are after is assurance that the doctor is going to do their best. Perhaps Dr. Melmed has missed that point in his presentation. Perhaps it needs to be more about giving assurance to the patient of the possibilities, than being staunch about a position of

the impossibilities. It's kind of like when we see the plastic surgeons to begin with, only switched. They downplay the risks when we get implants, though they mention them, right? Dr. Melmed is not downplaying the risks. He is highlighting them. Yes, there is a risk that he may not get all of the capsule. But is it really that necessary to insist that nobody can get all of the capsule? They do! There are other things that have been said, but I do not want to make a big issue of this. I think Dr. Melmed is a good doctor. I think there have been several areas of contention between him and Dr. Kolb and Dr. Feng. It is sad, because they should all be in agreement together. I know this is not the case. But the most important thing is that you have a good explant. Go with who you feel the most comfortable. Patty Cutshall <michellecutshall71@...> wrote: Nan, I know Dr. Melmed said that he gets all that he can other than that which is dangerous to remove but the other top well -known doctors that everyone recommends say the exact same thing!! So why is Dr. melmed catching all the flack?? Dr. Kolb told me the same thing, Dr. Huang told me the same thing. I haven't talked to Dr. Feng but i have an consultation scheduled

with her. But from what i am reading though, even the women who have had FULL CAPSULECTOMIES are still having pain and such. So what is the deal?? Do we really know?? I am guessing that the damage is already done, so to speak. But I do hear that it gets better when the capsules are out. I would never leave them in!! But if they are adhered to my lungs is there really a chance to get that 100% completely off??? All 3 of the doctors are in agreement. So I'm not sure why everyone is cracking on Dr. Melmed. Blessings and prayers to you and your situation!!! Lea <devanscompusmart (DOT) ab.ca> wrote: Oh, Nan, honey, it sounds like we are in the same boat.

Dr. Blais told me that I have no choice that this garbage must come out. I am so sorry that you too have been abused, it makes me so angry. I hope that you find a good surgeon to clean you out, you need your health back. Stay close...love you...Lea ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~``````````

Re: Doctors and Insurance Hi , I went to Dr Haggerty in SC, he is right by my house. Let me tell you, it was the worst mistake. He said all the right things, but I did not ask enough questions. I was very ill and just wanted them out. He did the surgery and said he took out the capsule, I only found out he did a partial after reading the report. Then he lied many times because he knew he did not do what he said. So....please only use on the better known doctors. And with Dr Melmed, I know there has been discussion about this, but I would NOT use anyone that leaves anything, I would rather bleed to death than know I had to live like this for the rest of my life. I keep coming back to Dr Blais, he is the biochemist, and what he says makes sense to me. And the Dr I am using said the tissue can actually grow and adhere to places if you leave it, and I swear

that is what is happening with me, I can feel stuff behind my breasts. This is a very costly mistake. I keep paying and paying and I am still not finished. PLEASE don't make this mistake. Nan> > >I have been talking to Dr. Melmed, Dr. Kolb, and Dr. Huang all > week.> > >I still haven't decided which one I want. It is so very hard to> > >decide which would be best for me. It would be easiest to see Dr.> > >Melmed because I have family in texas that I could stay with and > that> > >would save me on hotel expenses. But Dr. Kolb has contacted me by> > >email and phone which has impressed me very much. Dr. Huang > showed me> > >great compassion in her email and hopes that i get better so I > don't> > >have to see her.

Three very good doctors, just gotta pray about > it.> > >Anyway, the reason I am writing is I called my insurance and they> > >said that if a Dr. sends a letter stating that it is my implants> > >making me sick and that they can prove they need to come out,> > >(leaking, rupture or whatever). I have to send it prior to the> > >surgery. Don't know if there is really any hard proof from what I> > >have read though. But maybe a good persuasive letter from a > reputible> > >doctor would be enough. And God's blessing on that as well. I have> > >been talking to Kacey Long as well and she said she had to send> > >multiple letters but she finally got her insurance to pay. So let > me> > >know what you all think. Also, all three doctors i talked to said> > >that they remove the capsules but there are times that

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Dear Bindi,

Thank you for your message. I really needed to hear

that after my ultrasound yesterday and finding out

about my chronically infected appendix.. What a

strange thing to add to the list! I am glad you are

not suffering that long list anymore. I KNOW that I

have to get these implants out as soon as I can afford

it. I look forward to the health mysteries

disappearing!

By the way, I know you have recently finished a

manuscript and I am wondering how the process is

coming. It is my dream to complete a novel one day!

Katy:)

--- freebindi <bindi@...> wrote:

> Katy,

> I think that after explant you will find that many

> if not all of your " strange " illnesses and disorders

> will gradually disappear over time as your body

> heals from those bad puppies. Many women have had

> numerous diagnoses (including me) for illnesses that

> disappeared after explant. When I first got sick I

> was told I had MS, lupus, irritable bowl and bladder

> syndrome, insomnia, neartsightedness, TMJ, panic

> disorder, tachycardia, vertigo, migraines,

> rheumatoid arthritis, FMS, CFS, Sjrogen's, Reynaud's

> phenomenon, etc. Now I have one condition-- adrenal

> exhaustion. Everything else is gone.

>

> Bindi

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,

I love the photo- so sassy! I really love seeing

everyone.. I will have to get some pictures to post as

well...

Wow, sounds like you have really been communicating

with these Drs!! Thank you for sharing! Are you doing

it through email or on the phone?

I am also wondring if you have received any estimates

from Dr Melmed yet.. I haven't been able to speak to

his coordinators yet, things have been sooo crazy for

me with looking for a place to live, etc..

Your information is helping me so much!

Katy:)

--- Cutshall <michellecutshall71@...>

wrote:

> Hello,

>

> Dr. Melmed says he DOES get the capsules out, the

> ONLY time he leaves any is if it has adhered to the

> lungs or ribs to where it would cause excessive

> bleeding or puncture the lungs. That wouldn't be

> worth it. He says it's like removing a wet tissue

> from a mirror. There will always be microscopic

> remains. But that the capsules will dissipate. I

> haven't asked him yet where the proof is for that

> yet. I have been soooo busy talking to Dr. Kolb, Dr.

> Huang and Dr. Melmed about many different things.

> All my answers and questions are turning and turning

> in my head!!! Dr. Melmed did say however, that He

> personally has never taken out implants that had

> mold and fungus on them. He said he has never seen

> this on implants ever. I wonder what is causing the

> mold on some of these ladies implants?? He also

> says that it's not the capsule that causes the

> problems but the silicone in the shell. I would

> imagine though that there are " microscopic remains

> of silicone " in the capsules too.

> Maybe that is why some of these ladies are sick or

> it's that the damage has already been done from

> having the implants. I guess it is worse on some

> than others. I believe though through detox and

> proper eating and of course GOD that there is

> hope!!!

>

> Kacey said she is doing good. She feels much

> better although not 100%. But she has her energy

> back and she is not hurting like before. She also

> went back to Dr. Melmed for a lump on her hand and

> he removed it for her and barely left a scar. She

> was well pleased.

>

> Just thought you all might want to know!!!

>

> Blessings!

>

> p.s. I posted some pics of myself on the group

> page photo section if anyone wants to put a face to

> a name!! lol

>

> Lynn <spinkscl@...> wrote:

> ,

>

> I agree with Patty. Nan, who posts on this board

> as well is trying to save up money to get the

> remaining capsule out of her body that her first

> explant doctor left behind. She is still very sick,

> even after explant. She had saline implants!! Dr.

> Kolb is charging her almost $10,000 just to remove

> the partial capsule which was left behind.

>

> I am with you, I would pray to God and hope He

> leads you down the right path. Your surgery is

> going to be expensive and I would hate for you to

> have another surgery down the road to remove the

> capsule.

>

> Hugs, Lynn

>

> glory2glory1401 <glory2glory1401@...> wrote:

> ,

> I wish Dr. Melmed will show us his proof for saying

> the capsules

> will dissolve. Did you ask him?

>

> I am sure he can get it all if it is not too risky.

> I'd just want

> to make sure he has it in his mind to get it all if

> he can. In that

> case he may be a very good choice for you.

>

> I would just want to know that my doctor is not

> basing any of his

> actions regarding my outcome on false assumptions,

> such as capsules

> dissolving. At this point, we believe it is best to

> get out all

> of the scar tissue, based on several studies and

> papers written by

> medical professionals, and the experiences of women

> who did not have

> capsules removed and did not heal. You can see these

> articles for

> yourself in our files section and links section on

> explant. Be sure

> to read them and review them carefully.

>

> You'll just have to go with your own instincts! Dr.

> Melmed has a

> great bedside manner from what I have heard.

>

> By the way, how is Kacey doing? The last I heard she

> was still

> dealing with some symptoms that have not resolved.

> Patty

>

> >

> > >Katy,

> > >

> > >Is Dr. Kolb expensive?? I heard today that she

> was really, really

> > >expensive. But Dr. Feng is expensive too. That's

> who i wanted to

> go

> > >to but she quoted me $13,200 for explant/lift. I

> have been

> talking

> > >mostly to Dr. Melmed. He got on the phone and

> talked to me today

> > >explaining the whole procedure, the myths,

> internet rumors,

> > >capsules, lifts and such. He said you can't 100%

> get rid of all

> the

> > >capsules. He said anyone who says they can are

> lieing.

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,

Though Melmed is definitely an ally for women with implant illness, one who repeatedly speaks out in the media about the dangers of implants(I don't see any other plastic surgeons doing this), and absolutely will not implant women (unlike Kolb), Melmed has taken flack here in this group for quite some time. I, too, have never understood the intensity of the anger against him. His views differ with regards to the effect of residual capsules from SALINE implants. For some reason people feel the need to make this the central issue about Melmed. He is a fabulous surgeon who will do everything he can to help the women who come to him, and for MUCH less money.

I am so glad that you posted that about Kolb and Huang--I have repeatedly seen it posted here that Kolb, Huang, and Feng ALWAYS remove ALL of the capsules. Finally the truth comes out.

Bindi

July 13, 2007

~

No, I didnt, this was in 94. I was very ill, not expected to live very long, and was implanted again in 99. Two months later had to stop working because the illness just got so bad. I had a massive silicone rupture prior to those first salines, and they were put into my first scar caps that were holding all the silicone from the massive rupture, so I was very ill, had many surgeries having junk removed, lynmph nodes and tumors and things. All my breast tissue and some muscle was removed. I have just gone downhill since. Well, not me, this body ! In the last 2 years have had heart, lung, liver, kidney, failure, and I now have a pacemaker and defibrillator in my left chest with 3 wires going into my heart. Was sent home to die then too, but I just wont ! Not gonna ! Anyway, I am working towards getting these salines out of me that I have had since 99. Dont ever believe a doc that says you are dieing........ I cant wait to pay a visit to all the doctors that said I would be gone by now ! prove them all wrong. Anyway, I would imagine that I am full of nasties making me sick. I was diagnosed with Lupus and all the whole list of things back in the 90s and it was thought that the lupus caused everything to stop functioning, but, I dont know, I think it is due to a raging systemic infection and adrenal fatigue due to that.

So, anyway, I am doing some further testing for my renal ( kidney) specialist, if they arent too bad, then I can have the surgery from a kidney standpoint, if they are, I have to go back to my endo and treat first. Then I need to get cardiac clearance that my heart will be ok during a surgery, then off to Kolb I go !

I eat raw veges 50 percent of my day, and drink kefir and eat garlic. Then when explanted, I will detox. I have high platinum from the silicone, so I need to detox that to.

Back in the 90's when I was going thru all those surgeries to remove all the tumors and things, I knew nothing of detoxing except for going to a facility that was expensive, and I had no money for that, and I was also a single mom of 2. I am glad that all these wonderful women are sharing their trials and tribulations with us, because they have found what works and what doesnt and we have much to choose from, tons of love and support, and a bunch of friends all over the world !

Just how wonderful is that?

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Bindi,

I'd love to hear about your book!

Patty

>

> > Katy,

> > I think that after explant you will find that many

> > if not all of your " strange " illnesses and disorders

> > will gradually disappear over time as your body

> > heals from those bad puppies. Many women have had

> > numerous diagnoses (including me) for illnesses that

> > disappeared after explant. When I first got sick I

> > was told I had MS, lupus, irritable bowl and bladder

> > syndrome, insomnia, neartsightedness, TMJ, panic

> > disorder, tachycardia, vertigo, migraines,

> > rheumatoid arthritis, FMS, CFS, Sjrogen's, Reynaud's

> > phenomenon, etc. Now I have one condition-- adrenal

> > exhaustion. Everything else is gone.

> >

> > Bindi

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Bindi,

Thank you for that post... At this point Dr Melmed is

my best chance for getting my implants out sooner

rather than later because he is more affordable. I am

trying not to make my decision based solely on

finaces, but it is a huge factor. the alternative to

do it soon is to have it done here by someone who

won't remove my capsules at all. Certainly to me a

surgeon who is willing to remove everything possible

and can assure me I will not be deformed is a blessing

at this point.

It certainly gets confusing and I think we are all

extra cautious after the whole implant scenario. I

guess everyone has different things as priority, but I

am grateful that we have all of these choices for

explant! I think they are all going against the grain

so much and I applaude that!

Katy:)

--- freebindi <bindi@...> wrote:

> ,

> Though Melmed is definitely an ally for women with

> implant illness, one who repeatedly speaks out in

> the media about the dangers of implants(I don't see

> any other plastic surgeons doing this), and

> absolutely will not implant women (unlike Kolb),

> Melmed has taken flack here in this group for quite

> some time. I, too, have never understood the

> intensity of the anger against him. His views differ

> with regards to the effect of residual capsules from

> SALINE implants. For some reason people feel the

> need to make this the central issue about Melmed. He

> is a fabulous surgeon who will do everything he can

> to help the women who come to him, and for MUCH less

> money.

>

> I am so glad that you posted that about Kolb and

> Huang--I have repeatedly seen it posted here that

> Kolb, Huang, and Feng ALWAYS remove ALL of the

> capsules. Finally the truth comes out.

>

> Bindi

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I have renal disease where illness has attacked the kidneys and they dont function as well, but still at about 65 percent. I have been in kidney failure several times in the last couple years. I also have low cortisol and aldesterone which are adrenal hormones and the adrenals are on top of the kidneys, and my sodium pump doesnt work so I am full of fluid. The Sodium pump regulates your salt and your fluids in your body. I am about 65 lbs heavier than I was almost 2 years ago. Most of it gained this last year. I have fluid that runs out my nose any time I lean over or bend over. Pretty wild, huh?

Have you had any adrenal testing done? I would suggest the Canary Club saliva testing. The girls on the site here have gotten great results by useing them. I have my test kit and am doing my test on monday. I had to get off of my meds for 10 days first. I have had lots of kidney pain myself, now since I have found out that my adrenals are compromised, I wonder if it has been them hurting many of the times.........

I pray you dont have any more stones. My brother has had them and was in great pain. My heart goes out to you ! I do believe that the implants cause our bodies to not work properly, and there for believe it is entirely possible for your body to have made calcium deposits. Have you had further testing? Bless your heart ! Sending you prayers, hugs and hope ! DedeGet a sneak peak of the all-new AOL.com.

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, are you drinking lots of water? Also drinking some cran drink will help keep you from having stones. Too much will cause stones. So, no more than 2 oz a day of the cran. I am sorry you feel so bad. Bless you ! DedeGet a sneak peak of the all-new AOL.com.

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Katy and Patty,

Thanks for asking about my book. My writing has definitely been keeping me going.

I finished a fiction collection which my agent is very pleased with and now am working on a novel-- once I send in the first 50 pages, my agent is planning to try for a two-book publishing deal. Supposedly for first fiction collections, it's better to do this. What do I know? It's all Greek to me, I am so uninterested in the business aspect of writing literature. I just keep writing and let the agent do the boring part.

Bindi

July 13, 2007

Bindi, I just wanted to say to everyone i am definately not try to cause a riff or trouble regarding Dr. Melmed. I just felt he was catching a lot of flack when the other top two doctors, Dr. Kolb and Dr. Huang said the exact same thing. I believe they all are good doctors who care about us women. I really admire the fact that Dr. Melmed is A LOT cheaper and he doesn't even implant women anymore!! That is awesome!! Kudos to Dr. Melmed!!! I've seen pics of his work on another site and they are amazing. I have heard also how relational he is and his staff, that they make you feel real comfortable. Right now, he is my #1 pick. I have to save up some airfare and hotel room money then i am gonna get a consultation. Hopefully, I can get enough saved up within the next month or two. katy mclean <thesuddendeparture@...> wrote: Bindi,Thank you for that post... At this point Dr Melmed ismy best chance for getting my implants out soonerrather than later because he is more affordable. I amtrying not to make my decision based solely onfinaces, but it is a huge factor. the alternative todo it soon is to have it done here by someone whowon't remove my capsules at all. Certainly to me asurgeon who is willing to remove everything possibleand can assure me I will not be deformed is a blessingat this point.It certainly gets confusing and I think we are

allextra cautious after the whole implant scenario. Iguess everyone has different things as priority, but Iam grateful that we have all of these choices forexplant! I think they are all going against the grainso much and I applaude that!Katy:)--- freebindi <bindiaaahawk> wrote:> ,> Though Melmed is definitely an ally for women with> implant illness, one who repeatedly speaks out in> the media about the dangers of implants(I don't see> any other plastic surgeons doing this), and> absolutely will not implant women (unlike Kolb),> Melmed has taken flack here in this group for quite> some time. I, too, have never understood the> intensity of the anger against him. His views differ> with regards to the effect of residual capsules from> SALINE implants. For some reason people feel the> need to

make this the central issue about Melmed. He> is a fabulous surgeon who will do everything he can> to help the women who come to him, and for MUCH less> money. > > I am so glad that you posted that about Kolb and> Huang--I have repeatedly seen it posted here that> Kolb, Huang, and Feng ALWAYS remove ALL of the> capsules. Finally the truth comes out. > > > BindiGet news delivered with the All new . Enjoy RSS feeds right on your Mail page. Start today at http://mrd.mail./try_beta?.intl=ca

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Katy, ha ha ha!! Yeah, I am a sassy gal and confident with or without boobs!! ha ha ha All i want is to be whole and healthy. I can always buy push up bras again. Not a big deal. I have talked to Dr. Melmed and Dr. Kolb through email and on the phone. Dr. Huang only through email. They all want me to send them pics which i plan on doing this weekend. I am also gonna make a long questionaire for each to fill out and i am gonna keep them for my records. Dr. Melmed quoted me around $5000 to $6000 I believe. He sent me a list of prices on two different pages, one with insurance and one without. But I didn't understand the one page cuz it had the prices for anesthesia, hospital, Dr. melmed's price (oh,and he doesn't tell the hospital if he does a lift therefore, he doesn't charge you for it, AWESOME) He can do the lift from the areola which is great. Minimal scarring. Right now, i am trying to get enough money for a plane ticket and hotel room for a day or two so i can get a consult with him. There is a lady, i can't remember who on here who is going to him on the 18th to have her explant. Can't wait to hear how it goes for her. There is also a site called www.breastimplantsupport.org Once you join than someone will give you access to their stories and pics. You can see many, many, explants and stories from women who had Dr. Melmed and look great!!! This may help you decide too. There are ones from Dr. Kolb and Dr. Feng as well and some others that i haven't heard of yet. I certainly have done more research in getting these things out than I did getting them put in. I am a lot older now and mature and having a child makes you want to be able to take care of them. I refuse to get worse and not be able to raise my child. i really want to get

these out soon. I have been having a lot of breast and rib pain lately. Not sure what is going on. But i don't like it. Let me know what you find out about your explant and such. katy mclean <thesuddendeparture@...> wrote: ,I love the photo- so sassy! I really love seeingeveryone.. I will have to get some pictures to post aswell...Wow, sounds like you have really been communicatingwith these Drs!! Thank you for sharing! Are you doingit

through email or on the phone? I am also wondring if you have received any estimatesfrom Dr Melmed yet.. I haven't been able to speak tohis coordinators yet, things have been sooo crazy forme with looking for a place to live, etc..Your information is helping me so much!Katy:)--- Cutshall <michellecutshall71 >wrote:> Hello,> > Dr. Melmed says he DOES get the capsules out, the> ONLY time he leaves any is if it has adhered to the> lungs or ribs to where it would cause excessive> bleeding or puncture the lungs. That wouldn't be> worth it. He says it's like removing a wet tissue> from a mirror. There will always be microscopic> remains. But that the capsules will dissipate. I> haven't asked him yet where the proof is for that> yet. I have been soooo busy talking to Dr. Kolb,

Dr.> Huang and Dr. Melmed about many different things.> All my answers and questions are turning and turning> in my head!!! Dr. Melmed did say however, that He> personally has never taken out implants that had> mold and fungus on them. He said he has never seen> this on implants ever. I wonder what is causing the> mold on some of these ladies implants?? He also> says that it's not the capsule that causes the> problems but the silicone in the shell. I would> imagine though that there are "microscopic remains> of silicone" in the capsules too.> Maybe that is why some of these ladies are sick or> it's that the damage has already been done from> having the implants. I guess it is worse on some> than others. I believe though through detox and> proper eating and of course GOD that there is> hope!!! > > Kacey said she is doing good. She feels

much> better although not 100%. But she has her energy> back and she is not hurting like before. She also> went back to Dr. Melmed for a lump on her hand and> he removed it for her and barely left a scar. She> was well pleased.> > Just thought you all might want to know!!!> > Blessings!> > > p.s. I posted some pics of myself on the group> page photo section if anyone wants to put a face to> a name!! lol> > Lynn <spinkscl > wrote:> ,> > I agree with Patty. Nan, who posts on this board> as well is trying to save up money to get the> remaining capsule out of her body that her first> explant doctor left behind. She is still very sick,> even after explant. She had saline implants!! Dr.> Kolb is charging her almost $10,000 just to

remove> the partial capsule which was left behind. > > I am with you, I would pray to God and hope He> leads you down the right path. Your surgery is> going to be expensive and I would hate for you to> have another surgery down the road to remove the> capsule. > > Hugs, Lynn> > glory2glory1401 <glory2glory1401 > wrote:> ,> I wish Dr. Melmed will show us his proof for saying> the capsules > will dissolve. Did you ask him? > > I am sure he can get it all if it is not too risky.> I'd just want > to make sure he has it in his mind to get it all if> he can. In that > case he may be a very good choice for you. > > I would just want to know that my doctor is not> basing any of his > actions regarding my outcome on false

assumptions,> such as capsules > dissolving. At this point, we believe it is best to> get out all > of the scar tissue, based on several studies and> papers written by > medical professionals, and the experiences of women> who did not have > capsules removed and did not heal. You can see these> articles for > yourself in our files section and links section on> explant. Be sure > to read them and review them carefully.> > You'll just have to go with your own instincts! Dr.> Melmed has a > great bedside manner from what I have heard.> > By the way, how is Kacey doing? The last I heard she> was still > dealing with some symptoms that have not resolved.> Patty> > > > > > >Katy,> > >> > >Is Dr. Kolb expensive?? I heard today that she> was really, really > > >expensive. But Dr. Feng is

expensive too. That's> who i wanted to > go > > >to but she quoted me $13,200 for explant/lift. I> have been > talking > > >mostly to Dr. Melmed. He got on the phone and> talked to me today > > >explaining the whole procedure, the myths,> internet rumors, > > >capsules, lifts and such. He said you can't 100%> get rid of all > the > > >capsules. He said anyone who says they can are> lieing. === message truncated ===Ask a question on any topic and get answers from real people. Go to Answers and share what you know at http://ca.answers.

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Thank you Patty!! I agree. maybe he needs to present the removal in different terms. I think that is what we are all focused on when we hear it. I believe he is a good doctor and that he cares. He could charge waaay more than what he does and he could still be implanting women which shows me right there that he practices what he preaches. Why would a doctor still implant women who knows that they are no good??? I know there are some doctors that only put them in for reconstructive surgeries and that's probably cuz women don't want to go without a breast(s) at all. My aunt did that too. I am gonna send pics to Dr. Melmed, Dr. Kolb, Dr. Feng, and Dr. Huang. I am gonna let them all tell me what they would do by looking at my pics. And then I will make a consult with two of them and then decide from there. All of the research that you ladies have done on here is a GODSEND!!

I would have never known what to do, what questions to ask, what to watch out for, and more if it weren't for you wonderful ladies!!! Blessings!! MIchelleTricia Trish <glory2glory1401@...> wrote: , Dr. Melmed is a good doctor. We've had alot of women use him. I think the difference, though the plastic surgeons are in agreement that it is not always possible to get the scar tissue

removed 100% in every single person, every single time, is that with some of our other doctors, the women walk away from consultation knowing that they are going to get a total capsulectomy.. My own doctor told me when I asked about getting a total capsulectomy, "It's the only way to do it." That is much different from hearing a doctor say, "it's not possible to get it all." I think what we are after is assurance that the doctor is going to do their best. Perhaps Dr. Melmed has missed that point in his presentation. Perhaps it needs to be more about giving assurance to the patient of the possibilities, than being staunch about a position of the impossibilities. It's kind of like when we see the plastic surgeons to begin with, only switched. They downplay the risks when we get implants, though they mention them, right? Dr. Melmed is

not downplaying the risks. He is highlighting them. Yes, there is a risk that he may not get all of the capsule. But is it really that necessary to insist that nobody can get all of the capsule? They do! There are other things that have been said, but I do not want to make a big issue of this. I think Dr. Melmed is a good doctor. I think there have been several areas of contention between him and Dr. Kolb and Dr. Feng. It is sad, because they should all be in agreement together. I know this is not the case. But the most important thing is that you have a good explant. Go with who you feel the most comfortable. Patty Cutshall <michellecutshall71 > wrote: Nan, I know Dr. Melmed said that he gets all that he can other than that which is dangerous to remove but the other top well -known doctors that everyone recommends say the exact same thing!! So why is Dr. melmed catching all the flack?? Dr. Kolb told me the same thing, Dr. Huang told me the same thing. I haven't talked to Dr. Feng but i have an consultation scheduled with her. But from what i am reading though, even the women who have had FULL CAPSULECTOMIES are still having pain and such. So what is the deal?? Do we really know?? I am guessing that the damage is already done, so to speak. But I do hear that it gets better when the capsules are out. I would never leave them in!! But if they are adhered to my lungs is there really a chance to get that 100% completely off??? All 3 of the doctors are in agreement. So I'm not sure why everyone is cracking on Dr. Melmed. Blessings and prayers to you and your situation!!! Lea <devanscompusmart (DOT) ab.ca> wrote: Oh, Nan, honey, it sounds like we are in the same boat. Dr. Blais told me that I have no choice that this garbage must come out. I am so sorry that you too have been abused, it makes me so angry. I hope that you find a good surgeon to clean you out, you need your health back. Stay close...love you...Lea ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~`````````` Re: Doctors and Insurance Hi , I went to Dr Haggerty in SC, he is right by my house. Let me tell you, it was the worst mistake. He said all the right things, but I did not ask enough questions. I was very ill and just wanted them out. He did the surgery and said he took out the capsule, I only found out he did a partial after reading the report. Then he lied many times because he knew he did not do what he said. So....please only use on the better known

doctors. And with Dr Melmed, I know there has been discussion about this, but I would NOT use anyone that leaves anything, I would rather bleed to death than know I had to live like this for the rest of my life. I keep coming back to Dr Blais, he is the biochemist, and what he says makes sense to me. And the Dr I am using said the tissue can actually grow and adhere to places if you leave it, and I swear that is what is happening with me, I can feel stuff behind my breasts. This is a very costly mistake. I keep paying and paying and I am still not finished. PLEASE don't make this mistake. Nan> > >I have been talking to Dr. Melmed, Dr. Kolb, and Dr. Huang all > week.> > >I still haven't decided which one I want. It is so very hard to> > >decide

which would be best for me. It would be easiest to see Dr.> > >Melmed because I have family in texas that I could stay with and > that> > >would save me on hotel expenses. But Dr. Kolb has contacted me by> > >email and phone which has impressed me very much. Dr. Huang > showed me> > >great compassion in her email and hopes that i get better so I > don't> > >have to see her. Three very good doctors, just gotta pray about > it.> > >Anyway, the reason I am writing is I called my insurance and they> > >said that if a Dr. sends a letter stating that it is my implants> > >making me sick and that they can prove they need to come out,> > >(leaking, rupture or whatever). I have to send it prior to the> > >surgery. Don't know if there is really any hard proof from what I> > >have read though. But maybe a good

persuasive letter from a > reputible> > >doctor would be enough. And God's blessing on that as well. I have> > >been talking to Kacey Long as well and she said she had to send> > >multiple letters but she finally got her insurance to pay. So let > me> > >know what you all think. Also, all three doctors i talked to said> > >that they remove the capsules but there are times that they have > to> > >leave "some" especially if it is adhered to your lungs, ribs, or> > >chest wall. So I guess a complete removal isn't always achievable > but> > >getting out the majority of the implant and capsule still has to > be> > >good, right?? Thanks to all who have been responding to my > messages.> > >You all have been very helpful.> > >> > > Cutshall> > >>

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Nan, No problem at all!!! I don't get offended. I think all the doctors listed have done a great job. I WILL FOR SURE tell Dr. Melmed if I decide to choose him that I want my capsules out completely and I want it in writing!!!! I don't care if they are saline or not!! I just read a new girls story on another site and she was told she had saline but when they did the surgery it was silicone!!! OMG!!! So it is important to do en bloc no matter what and to get out the capsules. I am taking every precaution I can. I will know for sure after I talk with him face to face and pray about it if he is the one. I like him so far. Sorry to hear about your troubles!! I hate that for you and anyone else that has gone through what you have been through. I pray for a speedy and WHOLE recovery for you. Blessings nnnttwilliams <nnnttwilliams@...> wrote: , I really did not mean to go off on that particular doctor. I think after what has happened to me I am hypersensitive and just don't want anyone else to go through this. If you feel confident that he knows how to do the surgery, it is a huge decision. I have not spoken to him so I don't know. My doctor did not even do en vloc from what I gather, he popped them out. Scary stuff. I guess only time will tell about recovery, but we have to

do everything to get better. Nan> > > >I have been talking to Dr. Melmed, Dr. Kolb, and Dr. Huang all > > week.> > > >I still haven't decided which one I want. It is so very hard to> > > >decide which would be best for me. It would be easiest to

see Dr.> > > >Melmed because I have family in texas that I could stay with and > > that> > > >would save me on hotel expenses. But Dr. Kolb has contacted me by> > > >email and phone which has impressed me very much. Dr. Huang > > showed me> > > >great compassion in her email and hopes that i get better so I > > don't> > > >have to see her. Three very good doctors, just gotta pray about > > it.> > > >Anyway, the reason I am writing is I called my insurance and they> > > >said that if a Dr. sends a letter stating that it is my implants> > > >making me sick and that they can prove they need to come out,> > > >(leaking, rupture or whatever). I have to send it prior to the> > > >surgery. Don't know if there is really any hard proof from what I>

> > >have read though. But maybe a good persuasive letter from a > > reputible> > > >doctor would be enough. And God's blessing on that as well. I > have> > > >been talking to Kacey Long as well and she said she had to send> > > >multiple letters but she finally got her insurance to pay. So > let > > me> > > >know what you all think. Also, all three doctors i talked to said> > > >that they remove the capsules but there are times that they have > > to> > > >leave "some" especially if it is adhered to your lungs, ribs, or> > > >chest wall. So I guess a complete removal isn't always > achievable > > but> > > >getting out the majority of the implant and capsule still has to > > be> > > >good, right?? Thanks to all who have been responding to

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Oh i don't doubt the mold and fungus at all!! I don't know how he hasn't encountered this. But that is truly scary to think about that being in our bodies. So did you find out the type of mold it was and take supplements to counteract that?? Curious how that works. DGRAHAMA@... wrote: I wonder if we should email pics of moldy

saline implants to Melmed, we have several very impressive ones........What else would be his explanation for the black, and brown inside of them? They certainly exist ! I know the mold on the ones in my closet is green ! ! Nasty, and they are in sealed Bio-hazard containers. Nasty ! They have been sitting there since Oct of 1994. They were full of saline when first in the containers. and in the last couple years, ( 2-3) they have deflated and grown mold. What does that tell you? How did they degrade and deflate like that? They were fine the first 8-10 years in there, except for the mold. I wonder what caused it? the MOLD ? ? ? ? if so, this is very scarey ! ....... Prayers and Hope to all ! Dede Get a sneak peak of the all-new AOL.com.

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Katy, Wow, that is strange about the enlarged appendix. You would think you'd have other symptoms, like a fever. You have been having pains? If yes, you don't want it to become infected. My friends husband had pain, then got sick - thought it was the flu. He went 3 days before going to the doctor. He was so sick, he had gangreen (sp) in his body. He was in the hospital for like 3 weeks and had to recover for months. The side of your breasts? I have never heard of that type of incision? Mine were put in through the belly button. The scars under my breasts for the explant are hidden by my breasts. I scar horribly and would't want it visible on my nipples. You take care of yourself!! I hope you appendix is okay. Hugs, Lynn katy mclean <thesuddendeparture@...> wrote: Lynn,I dislike where I was originally implanted because myscars (on the sides of my breasts, under my arm) showin alot of shirts and bathing suits. I was expectingin through the

armpit but I guess for some reason thesurgeon didn't do that....I know they probably have tocome out a different way, so I appreciate hearing yourfeedback.Today I had a 2 hour long abdominal and pelvicultrasound ordered for my IBS. They found more lymphnodes in my abdomin and something I really wasn'texpecting... Apparently my appendix is huge. 3different Dr's came in to look at it. They said theywere surprised I wasn't very sick. I thought maybe Ijust natuarally had a large appendix, but now theywant to take it out. They said it may be "chronicallyinfected". I asked if it could be related to mydigestive stuff or the lymph nodes but it seems theydon't know. I don't want surgery that is unnecessary.I will get another opinion on it and see anaturopathic dr. So weird... I guess that may accountfor the pain I have?? Wonder how all of the piecesconnect together?Katy:)--- Lynn <spinkscl > wrote:> Dr. Huang removed my implants through incisions> under my breasts. I am happy she did not go through> my areola. My scars are getting lighter each day> and they are in places which I can not see. > > I will ask Dr. Huang about the capsules at my next> appointment and let you all know.> > Hugs, Lynn> > freebindi <bindiaaahawk> wrote:> Hmm, that's very interesting that Huang> says the same thing as Melmed about the difficulty> of removing all of the capsules. I was under the> impression from previous posts that Huang ALWAYS> removes ALL the capsules.> > From the research I have read, some women who have> residual capsules take longer to resolve symptoms,> but I haven't read anything about women who

have> small scraps of residual capsules. My guess is that> the body might still think it has foreign invaders> (implants) if the whole capsules are left behind,> taking longer to get the message, but tiny scraps of> capsule don't have the same effect.> > If I am not mistaken, all the surgeons who remove> capsules make incisions around the areola, but some,> like Feng, also add a vertical incision.> > Bindi> > > > Get news delivered with the All new . Enjoy RSS feeds right on your Mail page. Start today at http://mrd.mail./try_beta?.intl=ca

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