Breast Implant Illness (BII): Update and Everything You Need to Know [PLASTIC SURGEON EXPLAINS]

We are diving into the contentious topic of breast implant illness (BII) today. 

Breast implant illness has become an extremely divisive topic within plastic surgery. Some plastic surgeons argue that BII is nothing more than a psychological phenomenon, while others adamantly claim that all breast implants are inherently toxic and believe they should be banned.

As we examine these contrasting opinions, we will also explore the middle ground and discuss the scientific insights surrounding BII. 

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[danielasigner]

I love the fact that doctors are also YouTubers nowadays

[frenchiemama]

I developed BII. I thought it was rheumatoid arthritis or lupus. I went to Mayo Clinic, got a full rheumatology and neurology workup and then went to the gastroenterologist and had an EGD/colonoscopy. All of these things were negative! So, I got my implants out 3-12-24. Within 7 days, my face no longer looked swollen, my blood pressure normalized, and my energy went through the roof. I still have joint pain, but I am using an oral binder and castor oil and detoxing from the silicone. Thankfully, I am on the way to recovery and will never again fall for implants or any other surgery to "enhance" my look. I do not have any sadness about my implants being gone, only relief.

[laurenwasinger]

Dr Youn, please do a video about breast implant maintenance! I don’t think enough people understand that breast implants are not a “one and done” thing! I also suspect some doctors are not educating their patients about implant upkeep and replacement, or about the risks of failing to do so. And I’d love to know what the most recent research says about replacing your implants.

[katherinekoza]

. What an honest up front information you gave . I dont have implants, but what you discused in your talk was an eye opener . I live in Australia and have followed your channel for a while .

[JenJayBanks]

My symptoms immediately improved. Pain and rashes were gone after implants, capsule and scar tissue were removed. I do have some indentation but so very happy and feel great 😊

[ritapaine]

Thankyou for this video, I had implants 6 months and started my BII journey and did not know about it. Seven years later I came down with Lupus and was in hospital for 6 days. The meds made me sicker, I found holistic way of antinflammatory eating worked for me and finally stopped meds and sunscreen and less stress made a huge difference.

[Jet.ski.lover.]

I’m having my implants taken out next week. I’ve suffered for 4 years and been to countless Dr and no one could figure out why I’m having autoimmune symptoms, fatigue, heart palpitations, high blood pressure, etc. Thanks to videos like this I saw a plastic surgeon who believes in BII and hopefully o will be on my way to healing next week. I’ve had my implants for 9 years and I was perfectly fine until 4 years ago and the symptoms start small and gradually get worse like you’re being poisoned slowly. It’s horrible.

[petrafied.]

They tell you to replace implants after ten years. They DONT tell you how much more expensive that will be, or the amount of scarring that will result. I walked around with 27 yr old, double lumen (DOW) implants. My health deteriorated. Upon explant, found put the right implant was ruptured. How long? No idea. My breast implants looked perfect. I now suffer from. Hashimoto, Lupus, and chronic pain. It's NOT WORTH IT!

[spurgear]

I felt fantastic before getting implants, 8 months after getting them I thought I was going to die. Finally found a Dr. who would remove them, he and his team did a great job. I still suffer but feel so much better and don't miss them at all. To be honest they ruined my life.

[carolinebarranco]

Thank you for your excellent review of current research in this field.
Something not addressed in your discussion is the contribution of patient age. The long list of potential BII symptoms overlaps considerably with perimenopausal symptoms - perhaps this and other conditions linked to autonomic dysregulation should also be excluded as a potential cause

[cesarinacaceres]

I had been explanted 10 days ago and it was my best decision in life so far so happy, and feeling better ❤

[christinethornton]

I am so grateful that you cared enough to ask questions and look into it, to acknowledge it as a possibility. So many of us have suffered and we need people like you to pave the way towards some resolution of this problem. I developed hypothyroidism and positive for ANA 3 months ago. Ive had them 2 years. Never had health issues before. We will see what the blood trail says in 3 to 6 months!

[MarieD-fy]

I’m so incredibly thankful for Drs like you who are willing to dig deeper and have more of an open mind. It shows you really care

[dru]

I can't speak to BII because I don't have implants. I would if I could afford them. 😂 But yeah, as you were reading off symptoms I was like that's 100% an autoimmune issue. I spent a year battling it and unfortunately it was a guessing game for my Dr's trying to figure out what was triggering it.

ETA- Thank you for your continued honesty on this topic.

[noniesark]

Thank you! I had my explant 6 months ago and I immediately felt better as far as GERD, inflammation issues, brain fog/ADHD/ focus issues!

[imeldazambrona]

Thank you for this information. You're the only doctor that dont think self interess . "Chapeau"

[kimfigueroa]

Dr.Youn you’re a good dude. Thanks for the consistently good content. ❤🎉

[jessieburden]

I have all these symptoms and no implants! I feel ripped off 😂

[rebeccafriesen]

Dr Youn a well known fitness trainer in my area had BII, worst symptoms were severe pain and immobility in her hip. A ortho physio (not 100% sure the title) FINALLY connected it after years and years of pain. Massage along severe scar tissue down her side helped but she removed them and it was night and day improvement.

[wanderinwahine]

Got mine at 19, I’m 40 now, the fatigue and brain fog have been awful lately for sure. Thank you Dr appreciate your help 💜🦄💜