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Allergy to Silicone Implants?

When we talk about breast implants, we must mention the important role that silicone has in their construction. However, some women who are interested in breast augmentation are afraid that an allergy to silicone may develop after surgery.

Humans can develop allergies to anything, even though allergies developing to some substances may be extremely rare. One such substance is silicone.

We are frequently exposed to silicone, as it exists in many products that we use on a daily basis at home and at work. The skincare products, gum and food we consume can all contain silicone, though it may not appear on the ingredients label. In many cases, people who believe they are allergic to silicone are actually allergic to latex, which is commonly combined with silicone. To determine whether silicone is actually the culprit, it is highly recommended that you undergo an allergy test. This will help confirm any suspicions, and allow you to take the next step toward (or away from) scheduling your breast augmentation surgery.

If you are allergic to silicone or think you may develop an allergy, talk to a physician before you undergo breast augmentation and get an allergy test done. The procedure may not be deemed suitable since the most common alternative to silicone, breast implants filled with saline, can still result in allergies developing due to the outer shell (which is made from silicone). You may have to find another method of augmentation, which unfortunately, may be a difficult task – or you may have to learn how to live with what you were born with.

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