Here at Beauty and the Breast, we have been following the story regarding Applegate’s recent masectomy.  I had read many stories regarding her reconstruction but never knew if she planned a breast reconstruction using her own tissue or breast implants. 

This story reports that she did a nude photoshoot so that she can remember what her breasts looked like prior to the masectomy.  What I found upsetting is that she described the expanders she has in order to stretch the skin for the placement of saline implants.  

I can’t help but wonder why so many breast cancer patients opt for this type of reconstruction.  I strongly believe that this is just adding insult to injury. 

Saline implants are not any safer than silicone gel implants.  I should know as I had them for 8 years.  My explant was 4 years ago and I’m still disabled from autoimmune type disorders and severe fatigue.  My implants were filled with mold and bacteria. 

I’m sure her doctor convinced her that this was a very safe option.  She seems like such a smart woman.  Did she do her research?  Does she know that these implants will have to be replaced several times in her lifetime?  Does she know about the automimmune diseases she will at risk for not to mention the slew of other health issues?

I hope the best for her and wonder if she does become ill, will she speak out about it or will it be ‘Mum’s the word like so many Hollywood Celebrities?’. 

beth