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Know This If You Have Breast Implants

May 18, 2017 Tags: ,

Nearly every case of rare cancer being traced back to breast implants, called anaplastic large-cell lymphoma or ALCL, has been linked to textured implants. Symptoms including breast pain, lumps, fluid buildup, and swelling should be examined by a doctor who understands how to treat problems with implants. If women with implants are not experiencing any symptoms, they should stick to regular mammograms and scans with a professional who is trained to deal with breast implants.

For more information:
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/05/14/health/what-you-need-to-know-if-you-have-breast-implants.html
http://www.theplasticsurgerychannel.com/2017/03/23/an-update-to-breast-implant-associated-alcl/