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#351 Facing the Consequences of Plastic Surgery. Breast Implant Illness, Mortality and More | Dr Charles Galanis, MD
Jul 25, 2024
Dr. Charles Galanis, a double board-certified plastic surgeon, reveals truths about breast implant illness, Brazilian butt lift risks, and social media's impact on plastic surgery trends. They discuss myths around plastic surgery, importance of evidence-based information, and risks of cosmetic procedures like Botox. The podcast also covers cellulite treatment, gender confirmation surgeries, and the influence of social media on plastic surgery practice.
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- Breast implants do not increase breast cancer risk, but textured implants may cause a curable lymphoma.
- Breast implants do not hinder mammograms; displacement methods ensure effective screening.
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Understanding Breast Implant-Associated Lymphoma and Its Curability
Breast implants do not increase the risk of breast cancer, but there is a specific type of lymphoma associated with textured implants. This lymphoma is curable in more than 90% of cases. Despite the rarity of this localized cancer, it sparked fears that breast implants cause cancer, misinterpreted as the common breast cancer risks related to age, obesity, smoking, and hormone therapy.
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