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Breast Explant & Restoration • Patient Education • Regenerative Aesthetics

Breast Implant Illness: Symptoms and Diagnosis Explained

Understand breast implant illness symptoms some patients report, why there is no single definitive diagnostic test, and how BII is often evaluated clinically before considering explant options.

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Key takeaways

  • • Breast implant illness refers to symptoms reported by some patients after implants.
  • • There is no single definitive diagnostic test for BII.
  • • Evaluation often includes symptom review and ruling out other conditions.
  • • Explant consultation may help patients explore restorative options.

Transcript

Transcript coming soon. This educational short explains that breast implant illness refers to symptoms some patients report after breast implants, that there is no single definitive diagnostic test, and that evaluation is often clinical with a careful symptom review and consideration of other conditions that may need to be ruled out.

Frequently asked questions

What is breast implant illness?

Breast implant illness, often called BII, refers to a range of symptoms some patients report after receiving breast implants. The relationship between implants and symptoms can vary, and evaluation should be individualized.

How is BII diagnosed?

There is no single definitive diagnostic test for BII. It is often evaluated clinically through symptom review, medical history, physical examination, and consideration of other conditions that may need to be ruled out.

What symptoms are associated with BII?

Some patients report fatigue, brain fog, joint or muscle discomfort, rashes, hair changes, or other systemic symptoms. These symptoms may also be associated with other medical conditions, so clinical evaluation is important.

Can explant surgery help some patients?

Some patients report symptom improvement after explant surgery, while outcomes vary and recovery cannot be guaranteed. Consultation can help patients explore implant removal and natural breast restoration options.

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