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Empowered Explant - What is breast implant illness? (...And what causes it?)

What is breast implant illness? (...And what causes it?)

11/29/22 • 17 min

Empowered Explant

November 29, 2022
Empowered Explant
EPISODE 4: What is breast implant illness?
What is B.I.I.?
Who can get it?
What can cause it?
Whether you want the answer for yourself, or you want to explain it to others so you can help spread the word, in this episode Darnah nerds out on the answers to these questions and sums it all up for you in a way that makes sense.
Note: Referenced population data and statistical numbers are based on reports in the United States.
Links and resources:
TAKE THE QUIZ: Is it time to consider removing my breast implants?
http://explantquiz.empoweredexplant.com
FDA Labeling Recommendations, including patient decision checklist and list of chemicals/heavy metals:
https://www.fda.gov/media/131885/download
https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/implants-and-prosthetics/breast-implants
FDA Boxed Warning Announcement:
https://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/fda-strengthens-safety-requirements-and-updates-study-results-breast-implants

Please help us be heard and raise awareness:

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Let's connect!
Join the Empowered Explant Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredexplant
Connect with Darnah on Instagram: @darnahmercieca
Interviews and sponsorships email: [email protected]
Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/ilya-kuznetsov/anticipation
Disclaimer: This podcast does not constitute medical or mental health advice. Darnah is not a medical practitioner. She shares from personal experience, research, and conversations with other people. If you are experiencing symptoms, pain, post-surgery complications, or mental health concerns, please seek care from your medical provider or surgeon.

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November 29, 2022
Empowered Explant
EPISODE 4: What is breast implant illness?
What is B.I.I.?
Who can get it?
What can cause it?
Whether you want the answer for yourself, or you want to explain it to others so you can help spread the word, in this episode Darnah nerds out on the answers to these questions and sums it all up for you in a way that makes sense.
Note: Referenced population data and statistical numbers are based on reports in the United States.
Links and resources:
TAKE THE QUIZ: Is it time to consider removing my breast implants?
http://explantquiz.empoweredexplant.com
FDA Labeling Recommendations, including patient decision checklist and list of chemicals/heavy metals:
https://www.fda.gov/media/131885/download
https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/implants-and-prosthetics/breast-implants
FDA Boxed Warning Announcement:
https://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/fda-strengthens-safety-requirements-and-updates-study-results-breast-implants

Please help us be heard and raise awareness:

  1. Subscribe to the show
  2. Rate and review
  3. Share with your friends

Let's connect!
Join the Empowered Explant Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredexplant
Connect with Darnah on Instagram: @darnahmercieca
Interviews and sponsorships email: [email protected]
Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/ilya-kuznetsov/anticipation
Disclaimer: This podcast does not constitute medical or mental health advice. Darnah is not a medical practitioner. She shares from personal experience, research, and conversations with other people. If you are experiencing symptoms, pain, post-surgery complications, or mental health concerns, please seek care from your medical provider or surgeon.

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Links and resources:
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Let's connect!
Join the Empowered Explant Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredexplant
Connect with Darnah on Instagram: @darnahmercieca
Interviews and sponsorships email: [email protected]
Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/ilya-kuznetsov/anticipation
Disclaimer: This podcast does not constitute medical or mental health advice. Darnah is not a medical practitioner. She shares from personal experience, research, and conversations with other people. If you are experiencing symptoms, pain, post-surgery complications, or mental health concerns, please seek care from your medical provider or surgeon.

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Please help us be heard and raise awareness:

  1. Subscribe to the show
  2. Rate and review
  3. Share with your friends

Let's connect!
Join the Empowered Explant Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredexplant
Connect with Darnah on Instagram: @darnahmercieca
Interviews and sponsorships email: [email protected]
Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/ilya-kuznetsov/anticipation
Disclaimer: This podcast does not constitute medical or mental health advice. Darnah is not a medical practitioner. She shares from personal experience, research, and conversations with other people. If you are experiencing symptoms, pain, post-surgery complications, or mental health concerns, please seek care from your medical provider or surgeon.

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