The Shocking History of Breast Implants

Can you guess what testing was done on breast implants before they were greenlighted to be put in women's bodies?

It’s women’s history month, so I thought it would be fitting to take a deep dive into the history of breast implants, since these have had a tremendous impact on women over the years.

And if you’re not up to speed with the backstory on breast implants, get ready to be shocked at how these so-called medical devices came to be in our bodies today.

Links and resources:

Take the Quiz: Is it time to consider removing my breast implants?
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You can also email me at darnah@empoweredexplant.com

Here are some other references from the episode you might find helpful:

• Watch “Explant” the docu-film, featuring Michelle Visage.
  
  
• FDA 2019 Statement
  
  
• 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

• Other referenced articles:

https://www.breastcancer.org/treatment/surgery/breast-reconstruction/types/implant-reconstruction/illness#section-how-we-got-here-a-brief-history-of-breast-implant-regulation

https://embryo.asu.edu/pages/development-silicone-breast-implants-use-breast-augmentation-surgeries-united-states

https://allthatsinteresting.com/weird-history-of-breast-i

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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.