Surgical mesh implants, often used for hernia or gynecological repair, may be the reason so many patients report symptoms of an autoimmune disorder, according to a University of Alberta rheumatologist. And in the patients who had allergies before the implant, they were significantly worse after. Cohen Tervaert presented his study results at the 11th International Conference on Autoimmunity in Lisbon in May , and will soon publish them in a leading journal. A larger study is needed to confirm whether in fact the implanted mesh is to blame," he added. Cohen Tervaert theorized that the causal link could be the same one found to be true in silicone breast implant disease.

Women with silicone breast implants and unexplained systemic symptoms: a descriptive cohort study



Allergy to Metal Orthopedic Implants
As of , breast augmentation which includes breast implants as well as fat transfer—or the use of liposuction to inject fat from other parts of your body into your breasts was the most popular cosmetic surgical procedure in the United States. Last year alone, nearly , Americans underwent breast augmentation—also known as breast enlargement, augmentation mammoplasty, or a boob job. They can be prefilled or filled at the time of surgery. Silicone implants are prefilled with silicon gel and come in a variety of shapes and degrees of firmness.


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An implant is a great replacement because it looks and feels like a real tooth. But what if you feel like your body is rejecting your new dental implant? Dental implants are typically made from titanium metal alloys, and in some rare cases, people may experience titanium allergy symptoms. Find out how to recognize those symptoms and when to approach your dentist for a complete diagnosis.




Rachael Finch has undergone surgery to remove a ruptured breast implant. The Australian model and TV host, 32, opened up about her surgical journey in a candid Instagram post on Friday. Finch, who was crowned Miss Universe Australia in , said the pain from surgery "is manageable" and she's been feeling "a little groggy from the drugs. Finch detailed the surgical process in a video on her Instagram Stories, telling fans that doctors "got everything out, including the [tissue] capsules around the implant. She also gave a shoutout to husband Michael Miziner, saying that she "hit the jackpot" for having such a supportive spouse.