I had saline filled silicone breast implants for 8 years.  Within the first 5 years, I became totally disabled.  I have been diagnosed with silicone poisoning, figromyalgia, chronic Epstein Barr, chronic fatigue syndrome, atypical MS (multiple sclerosis), peripheral neuropathy, and raynauds syndrome.  Prior to implantation, I was a picture of health.  Now daily life is a struggle.

     The first 3 years, the doctors felt that the unusual symptoms I was having were unrelated to the implants, but at the same time , could not explain why I was having such complex problems, and was so very ill.

     After doing much research on my own, I knew that it was the implants making me so ill, so I planned my explant.

     Once removed they were examined, and analyzed by a Bio-Chemist.  What he found,  were leaky valves that caused a bi-directional flow of fluids causing an overgrowth of fungus and bacteria  within the implant.  Because of the faulty valves, the fungus and bacteria leaked into my  breast tissue causing a severe infection in my breast, and a systemic infection in my entire body.

     I have since spoken with  literally thousands of  women that are having the same horrible experiences and illnesses as I have had, many of which have had babies born with the same illnesses.    

        I am hoping that " Breast Implant Awareness Day" will  not only help raise awareness to the many families that are affected by silicone but be a new beginning for much needed research into the diseases caused by it, and ultimately a cure. 

     I thank you for your time and help in finding this cure.

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