I am cold all the time and my hormones are poorly balanced on their own. Now all i want is my life back. I could not get a deep breath. Up until getting implants i never had any significant health problems. 350-2300 I have a Mentor memory gel smooth round high profile implant on my left side after a mastectomy, implanted on 8/1/2016. I suffered from extreme fatigue, and my joints were swollen, especially my right knee. FDA Documents: Approval Date: November 17th, 2006 Recalls I did not get well after the surgery, although he was able to take out 130 ccs of material on one side and 210 ccs on the other. I had an mri and confirmed i had ruptured my implant. Shooting and sharp pain in the breasts. This is so my body can have an opportunity to try and heal and settle down from all of the reactions my body is experiencing. Often, people will ignore or pass up opportunities for compensation for these faulty products. I was in a car accident in 2014. No money and insurance will not cover? Just came across the breast implant illness. Link. I still have most symptoms, but many have improved at least slightly. Link. Link. 350-2275 Large Study:The follow-up rate was 20.1% at 7 yearsand the final report is on year 9 in 2015. PMAs with Product Code = FTR and Original Applicant = MENTOR CORP. I am being treated for this currently. My last hope was to check these out via breast mri. I have been unable to return to the job that i loved. Link. The plastic surgeon performed what is called a dual-plane approach half under/half over the muscle to give a tear drop shape). I have had thyroid cancer, parathyroid tumors, thyroidectomy with parathyroidectomies, inability to work for over one year, fibromyalgia, asthma and copd the list goes on and on. After 2nd scar revision surgery, breast tissue was sent for pathology and she was diagnosed with implant-related anaplastic large cell lymphoma on (b)(6) 2017. Second, the FDA approved new labeling for all legally marketed breast implants that includes: The breast implant manufacturers have posted the updated device labeling to their websites. Extreme fatigue, loss of concentration, memory loss, along with brain fog, confusion and cognitive dysfunction. If you purchased the item online, enter your transaction details and payment method as well. Link. I have called the surgeon that performed the surgery to get in for check up. Along with that were 35 other symptoms. Link. Mri confirmed that bilateral implants were ruptured. These are not safe. The product was a silicone gel breast implant. In March they took out my perfectly normal appendix, I remained in the hospital for two weeks after that surgery where I gain nearly 20 pounds in water weight and swelling, with severe abdominal pain. 3. Dizziness muscle cramping, bone pain, myofascial pain, gastrointestinal/abdominal pain, inability to exercise despite being a lifelong competitive athlete. The implanting surgeon ran a suture through the implant when placing them, they began leaking soon after placement. I had silicone breast implants and had no idea they both got ruptured. Breast cancer in 2000, so i chose reconstruction with saline implants. Tingling in hands and feet, temperatures problems, depression, confusion. In the past few years i have been suffering from extreme pain in my right breast. MENTOR Warranty for Recall. DoNotPay also helps consumers claim recalls for a variety of other products, including: When making a claim on something that affects your health, such as a Mentor breast implant serial number recall, collect all relevant information before beginning. The surgery was on a thursday morning, and i needed a wheelchair by this time. I have pictures, notes and many bills. I come from a long line of healthy people who mostly live into their nineties. From that time on, i developed more and more symptoms that piled on top of each other. Link. I would give anything to have my life back. This event was reported via # medwatch (mw5032276). Caused autoimmune diseases ana connective tissue diseases. 350-3460. My breasts were so deformed from the explantation (muscle had attached to the breast tissue and every time i flexed it pulled my breasts inward) that i decided to have new implants put in to see if it would help the deformity and improve my self confidence. Link. Mentor implant recalls, unlike other recalls, may require multiple doctor's visits and even surgery. Severe pain in feet. I have breast implants and they are causing chronic inflammation in my body leading to various health conditions even to hospitalization. Some of the symptoms are, joint pain, muscle pain, blurry vision, ringing in the ears, hair loss, ibs, chronic fatigue, memory loss. I have not been followed up with after my last post-up appointment in 2010. I have good days and bad days and my life has forever been impacted after having these poison bags put in my body. In 2012 while leaning over the side of tub, i heard a pop, experienced a sharp shooting pain that went straight thru my left breast. Link. Migraine headaches, depression, heart palpitations, nausea, and anxiety. I can hardly walk, my knees lock up, and i am only (b)(6), depression at times, due to weakness. Link. 304 0 obj <> endobj that patients can be contacted in the event of a recall or other problems with the implants that they should be made aware of. During the last few years, ive had a swollen lymph gland underneath my right arm that repeatedly i was told was benign and nothing to worry about. Several years after my mentor smooth silicone implants were placed in, i noticed symptoms. Link. No doctor can help me and i fully believe its the breast implants making me ill. Link. 5. The recommendations in this guidance supplement the recommendations in the FDA's Saline, Silicone Gel, and Alternative Breast Implants guidance, issued September 29, 2020 superseding the prior version dated November 17, 2006. The patient has no family or personal history of breast cancer before this diagnosis. Gi issues, pain. My right mentor high profile silicone breast implant shell has completely disintegrated, implanted in 2012. I have been having vision problems, extreme fatigue, muscle pain, back and neck pain, hearing problems, foggy brain, stomach and intestinal issues, sore throat and cant swallow, swelling in joints and distorted looking breasts. At this point, it had been about 9 months of sustained acute illness. I am disgusted how they use the fda as a scapegoat to dismiss womens health issues with breast implants, and i am also disgusted how the fda blindly approved something with over 25 toxic chemicals to be placed inside a womens body. Besides seeing my primary care physician, i have seen a neurologist, rheumatologist, holistic/functional medicine, gynecologist, dermatologist, psychiatrist, therapist, chiropractor and have tried massage therapy, acupuncture, sauna, and more recently i saw a doctor at (b)(6) for heavy metal issues. Researching implant serial numbers and tracking down your Mentor breast implant provider takes time and effort. Sudden decline in health and increase in pain of area of implants as well as systemically. Link. Mentor MemoryGel Silicone Breast Implants: Scroll down for a list of symptoms women have reported to the FDA and for reports of mastectomy and reconstruction cases, fungus, body parts removed, manufacturer issues, BIA-ALCL, other cancers, and pre and post approval study follow-up. A sponsors failure to comply with any post-approval requirement may be grounds for withdrawing approval. FDA. There may also be a variety of associated costs. 350-3230 Initiating a recall claim for a Mentor implants recall can be a stressful process on top of what is already a stressful situation. I have mentor breast implants for reconstruction from cancer 2015. Since that date my health has steadily declined with a fast decline noted after 2. MemoryGel breast implants come in either a textured or smooth surface shell and are available in a wide range of sizes and profiles to fit your body. Sensitivity to heat, sunlight and florescent lighting. Two weeks after getting great implants, lymph nodes began to swell and are still swollen. I started having sensitivity to foods which i never had before and the foods cause pvcs. However, i am left with a chronic illness now that most likely will need some medication, supplement, and labs and doctor visits to manage for the rest of my life. The affected consignees were notified via customer letter on 7/1/16, and a follow-up with respective sales representative via visit. Since the removal of the implants, i have had 2 addl reconstruction surgeries including a latissimus flap. Constant lower back pain (and right hip). Mentor Silicone Gel-Filled Breast Implants are devices with shells constructed from silicone elastomer. Anyone who has received a Mentor breast implant should be aware of the product history and recalls. Urine test show protein, my legs, ankles and feet are swelling, still experiencing pain in left wound, hard round know has formed in the center, some swelling remains, as does pain. So, i began my research for answers. Within a year, i began to experience headaches, fatigue, chronic joint pain in left side of neck, shoulder, hip, knee, brain fog. I have had numerous health issues over the years since the implants but this winter, things got worse. This somewhat lessened some of my symptoms but i still felt sick like i was dying slowly. Now that ive seen the reports on tv and the studies associating silicone implants with a certain type of cancer. Left breast had infection both under muscle and within the breast cavity, so implant was removed. Link. Implants robbed me of a year of my life!. (Unknown if it is Mentor saline or silicone). Here are all the ongoing symptoms: migraines, anxiety, fatigue, temperature intolerance, sensitivity to smells, burning pain in breasts, inflammation in breasts, weakness, chronic back pain, whole body dryness, pigment discoloration, blurred vision, word retrieval, concentration, and rapid weight gain. Updated silicone gel-filled breast implant rupture screening recommendations. MemoryGel Breast Implants provide a soft, natural feel desired by patients. After 10 years with Mentor gel implants, I had them explanted July 6, 2020. I started becoming ill after a few months. I believe as i stated before they have exacerbated my autoimmune challenges. The patient also reported swelling around the implant that needed aspiration. After doing research on my own and some common sense. Extreme smell sensitivity and intolerance of foods i used to eat. Mri report ((b)(6) 2017) cites patient had augmentation revision procedure in 2008 (no further information stated; no information on types or brand of implants used). %%EOF }_t}yOi*/ )BY|M ty$'^T8a*7ffDUd8IiQq|VV/_N\rHpSVwtL|8QTFTT{=x?+9R2g*ORG Silicone implants causing symptoms such as weakness, as if something is sucking the life out of me, low thyroid, low wbc count, intense joint and muscle pain. Patient took advil, various muscle relaxants, heat and other remedies. Per the customer, the plastic wrapping the implant boxes was also damaged. Since that day ive suffered the following abnormal weight gain, chronic fatigue, brain fog, diagnosed thrush, lack of energy, dry eyes, lack of concentration, dizziness, inflammation, dry skin and hair, estrogen imbalance. Frequent migraines with vomiting extreme fatigue hair loss blurred vision acting joints right arm-numbness and pain 20 pound weight gain and bloating of abd and frequent heartburn, brain fog with. Ringing in ears, metalic taste in mouth, skin rashes bug bites, scratches and other wounds take forever to heal. Link. After being implanted with silicone breast implants (cohesive gel by mentor) i became incredibly sick and my body started having a six-year downward spiral of auto-immune issues, endocrine issues, and adrenal dysfunction. Immediately, my breathing was cured! They admitted me and performed exploratory surgery, found I had a ruptured right fallopian tube, which they removed. She became very ill and had been sick during a business trip, with a fever, swollen left breast and lymph node infection. The box of 300cc MemoryGel Breast Implant was labeled with null manufacturing and expiration dates. I have constant infections. Within 6 months of that time frame, i started to have medical concerns, which were unusual for me. This began to get out of hand this (b)(6) and i began to research to figure out what was going on. Previous to implants i was on medication for thyroid issues, but nothing else and was in very good health. Link. I have been on a detox diet since (b)(6) 2016. Muscle pains and joints. Chronic pain, chronic fatigue, cognitive dysfunction (brain fog, difficulty concentrating, word retrieval, memory loss, difficulty processing information), muscle aches, pains, and general weakness, joint pain, dry itchy eyes, easy bruising, loss of sex drive, inability to sexually perform, shortness of breath, night sweats, hormonal imbalances, tingling and numbness in arms, hands and fingers, cold hands and feet, metallic taste in mouth, nail cracking, splitting, no growth, skin freckling, increase in papules, edema, decline in vision, digestive and gastric issues, throat clearing, difficulty swallowing and choking feeling, anxiety, depression, panic attacks. I the implants were never soft and felt artificial. Post-approval studies (PAS) are conditions of device approval. 350-1645 Cold feet, swollen tongue, sore breast, migraines/throw up, perioral dermitis, weight gain. Don't let time and effort get in the way of taking advantage of getting what you need or are owed. ], YOgq |2`k''S>L*4'SwxWb^Q(*:P~4}C{e*@6nh(,gey84,px|(JI,C-.k hgt0LIUK~wcHP~YU=Kg2wKE|ytZ$8 i was confronted with a whole host of issues- developed hypothyroidism, adrenal fatigue, hormonal imbalance, irregular periods, candida, 15lb weight gain, fatigue, constant pain in my chest (especially on the rt side), all over muscle soreness, joint pain, hair loss, hair texture changes, strange rashes, heavy legs and swelling, low body temperature, skin elasticity changes, cellulite, muscle loss, brain fog, more food allergies, ibs, and a few vitamin deficiencies. A lower risk of complication is rupture. So i am reporting my situation. My body couldnt sweat couldnt get rid of toxins. After several years of pain and discomfort and being diagnosed with sjogrens syndrome, lupus, arthritis, fibromyalgia, high blood pressure, my plastic surgeon recommends the removal of my implants. Link. Link. Irvine, Calif., (January 13, 2021) - Mentor Worldwide LLC, the number one global brand in breast aesthetics, and part of . I have had nothing but health problems since I got these in plants put in. I just explained and am getting my health back. But since the surgery i feel like my lymph nodes are constantly swollen and keep struggling to fight off infections and colds. I even developed (b)(6) 3 weeks after the surgery under my armpit, which ive never had. Link. Right implant capsulated and became painful. At present, i cannot sit for long, tire easily and cannot drive far. Link. Within 3 months, my health took a sharp decline with life threatening arrhythmia issues which required cardiac ablation and meds. The patient had the implants surgically removed on (b)(6) 2017, at which time the surgeon noted that the implants were leaking. 350-2225. I had a 3-d mammogram and everything looked fine. Hair loss and dryness, skin dryness and itchiness, dry, brittle flaky nails, extreme sensitivity to cold, night sweat, depression (feeling like the world would be better without me in it), and anxiety. It was reported that the patient has suffered bodily injury and resulting pain and suffering, disability, mental anguish, loss of capacity for the enjoyment of life, hospitalization, medical and nursing care and treatment, loss of ability to earn money in the future. Rushed to surgery for third time. (catalog # 350-7300bc, serial number left side (b)(4) and serial number right side (b)(4)). Difficulty sleeping, difficulty recalling words (mixing up words), short term memory issues. UT]b$c} Ongoing unexplained upper respiratory infections (went to sinus specialist and despite numerous tests she could not find cause), body rash, large itchy painful welts on my breasts, heart palpitations, anxiety and depression, joint pain, ringing in my ears, etc. 10. I also have become intolerant to smells and chemicals. Fatigue pressure on face (under eyes, around nose) constant headaches, tingling in hands and feet (fall asleep, drop things, difficulty opening things, typing etc). Was rushed to surgery, large hematoma was removed and hospitalised for several days. Mentor Texas LP. After getting breast implant in (b)(6) 2013, i had hives that lasted a year. hXmo7+br@/M`I8]pqa#yb;7`FERH=:Z+3)5Ii-2ZLyA 350-1660, SMOOTH ROUND MODERATE PLUS PROFILE SALINE BREAST IMPLANT W/DIAPHRAGM VALVE, 350-2200 Additional complications are also covered for 10 years with free product replacement. Cause 2. In 2019 I started experiencing severe lower abdominal pain that sent me to the emergency room several times. Difficulty sleeping. I was extremely healthy at time of the implant surgery and was told these were fda approved and very safe. No one had any answers for me. I was hospitalized for rapid heart rate and low blood pressure. 39: Link. Feet red swollen to deformity. Focus Group Study: This study used 35 women to evaluate how patients understood the safety and labeling brochures. I was able to return to a mostly normal life, although the symptoms never went away. It was reported that a (b)(6) female patient with history of breast prosthesis implantations was diagnosed with left breast cancer. /f&b2jy|/ZS [=s Developed anxiety and uncontrolled vaso-vagal responses. Spent a lot of money only to learn my implants made me sick i was diagnosed with fibromyalgia and hashimotos along with just guesses of what could be wrong. I developed raynauds syndrome, and symptoms that look like rheumatoid arthritis, but a rheumatologist tested my blood and it was negative for this condition. I have hot and cold sensitivities. I got mentor implants. Apparently mentor did not get the message about a ban on implants. Hypothyroid, coughing, intolerant to heat and cold, new and persistent viral infections, candida, constant yeast infections. Instructions for Downloading Viewers and Players. Difficulty healing (wound etc. ) Besides developing multiple food sensitivities, i have also developed an extreme sensitivity to mold and chemical exposure. 350-2425, SMOOTH ROUND HIGH PROFILE SALINE-FILLED MAMMARY PROSTHESIS, 350-3210 Dryness of mouth, hair, skin, and scalp sores, choking at night afraid, i wouldnt wake up. 350-2400 Within the past 8 months i heard about breast implant illness, i do believe i suffer from it. Link. The https:// ensures that you are connecting to the official website and that any information you provide is encrypted and transmitted securely. Severe food, drink and chemical sensitivity. I am ashamed of the mentor company because of the old and new medical research the proves these implants ar highly toxic. Rheumatologist said i am at high risk for lymphoma. It took me that long to convince my doctor that something was wrong!!!! MENTORMemoryGelBreast Implants provide the soft, natural feel patients desire and are available in a wide range of sizes and profiles to fit the patient's body. Research needs to be done. Mentor MemoryGel Breast Implant; Indicated for females for breast augmentation and breast reconstruction. Was sent to podiatrist and rheumatologist. Complex case, a lot going on and they couldnt treat me successfully. Case-control studies were later terminated after the release of Tuftss evidence report. In the event of an unexpected qualifying deflation of a MENTOR Saline-filled Breast Implant, Mentor will replace the product, free of charge, for the lifetime of the patient. I have experienced fatigue, joint pain (hips), muscle soreness, red and sore eyes, weight gain, inability to take deep breaths, inability to lose weight , double vision and trouble recalling words. I had silicone gel breast implants placed under the muscle. I feel my breasts are ruined forever now. I do not smoke cigarettes, and rarely ever drink any alcohol. This study was revised/replaced into small cohort studies on 10/01/2014. Choose whether you have the capacity to return the item or not. Going to dermatologist in a week to check extreme perioral dermatitis. Please help me before i lose my life. Also, gel fracture is a new phenomenon that has been identified for . As time continues to pass, more symptoms seem to be showing up. 10Year Core Gel Final Clinical Study Report. MemoryGel Breast Implants (Mentor Worldwide LLC, Irvine, Calif.), approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in 2006 for breast augmentation in women aged 22 years and older and for breast reconstruction in women of any age, consist of a single-lumen, round silicone elastomer shell, with a patch on the posterior side, and filled with a cohesive silicone gel. I had them taken out. An e. N. T. Dr i went to questioned me about my implants and suggested, i think about having them removed. Not every women is genetically the same and there are many that will not be able to tolerate the implants. Was immediately put on meloxicam for inflammation. Patient also had delayed wound healing, infection, lymphadenopathy on the left side. I did not smoke, do not use drugs, do not consume alcohol and eat very clean. The patient had a mammogram done on 10/20/2015 that showed some micro calcifications in the left superior breast and recommended patient attempt to obtain prior mammogram images for comparison and for additional imaging (spot magnification views) to evaluate the micro calcifications. The shell is filled with MemoryGel , Mentor's proprietary formulation of medical grade silicone gel, and is constructed of successive cross-linked layers of silicone elastomer. Mentor Textured Silicone Implants. the Large Study) have been restructured into multiple smaller studies (Case Control Studies, MemoryGel and Shape Combined Study, Re-Op study). It was reported that (b)(6) the female patient underwent primary breast augmentation surgery using mentor gel implants in 2000. Pathology and currently waiting to explant. I dont even know how to put it in words. I was unable to leave my house unaided from (b)(6) due to this illness. Learn More Available in a Variety of Options for Projection and Fullness MemoryGel BOOST Breast Implants MemoryGel Xtra Breast Implants As soon as 4 months after implantation i had an emergent visit to the er for vertigo persistent vomiting and dizziness. Fast--You don't have to spend hours trying to solve the issue, Easy--You don't have to struggle to fill out tedious forms or keep track of all the steps involved in solving your problem, Successful--You can rest assured knowing we'll make the best case for you. Link. I hadnt been contacted for several months because the breast tissue itself looked normal. I started having serious difficulty breathing at all times, and especially when laying down at night. Link. I was implanted with mentor memory gel silicone breast implants. Ongoing recurrent infections. My doctor said there is nothing that can be done to prevent or fix the deformity once the implants are removed. 3 I got breast implants in (b)(6) 2011 within weeks i began feeling aches, pains, fevers, chills, racing heart, hair falling out. For the past several years i have had many health issues from fatigue to swollen lymph nodes that will not go away, and a lot of things in between. There was no patient contact reported. Learn More. I have seen 10 doctors over the past 3 years and i have been able to manage, but most of my symptoms remain at large. Medtronic and adrenal issues. Had breast augmentation in (b)(6) 2013. She experienced breast asymmetry (the right breast was lower than the left breast) on (b)(6) 2011, so the patient underwent a revision procedure on (b)(6) 2017 in (b)(6). The rheumatologist took blood tests and results showed i had an autoimmune disease known as scleroderma. I hurt everyday and have migraines. I eventually had to remove the left fallopian tube and both ovaries due to the severe pain. Rx meds: i guess i will list all that are prescribed many i have not able to take because sadly i cannot afford them anymore. I am reporting now in the hopes that eventually these implants will be removed from the market and further restrictions imposed on any implantable device put in the human body. An official website of the United States government, Recalls, Market Withdrawals and Safety Alerts, Risks and Complications of Breast Implants, Medical Device Reports for Systemic Symptoms in Women with Breast Implants, Medical Device Reports of Breast Implant-Associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma, Questions and Answers about Breast Implant-Associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma (BIA-ALCL), Things to Consider Before Getting Breast Implants, Breast Implant Postmarket Safety Information, FDA Strengthens Safety Requirements and Updates Study Results for Breast Implants, Breast Implants - Certain Labeling Recommendations to Improve Patient Communication, Saline, Silicone Gel, and Alternative Breast Implants guidance, Allergan voluntarily recalled Natrelle BIOCELL textured breast implants and tissue expanders. After approximately 1. I had mentor silicone implants in 2012. Have had multiple visits to the ent and walk in clinic. 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