Explant Breast Surgery & Recovery

Episode 101: Dr. Rob Whitfield Explains Breast Implant Illness and the SHARP Program


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We have a fantastic solo episode today with Dr. Rob Whitfield, a board-certified plastic surgeon who's here to shed some light on breast implant illness, or BII, and how it's managed.

Dr. Whitfield kicks things off by introducing us to the SHARP program. This isn't just any program; it's all about tackling chronic inflammation. How, you ask? Through some pretty cool methods like genetic testing, checking out environmental toxins, and making sure your gut health is in tip-top shape.

We dive into the nitty-gritty of BII symptoms and why it's crucial to remove the entire implant capsule during explant surgery. Dr. Whitfield also shares some eye-opening research on how bacterial contamination might be linked to BII.

But it's not just about the ****science. Dr. Whitfield is all about empowering women with the knowledge and resources they need. Whether you're thinking about explant surgery or are on the road to recovery, he's got your back with support and encouragement for proactive health management.

So, grab your headphones and get comfy—this is an episode you won't want to miss!

Show Highlights

Introduction to Breast Implant Illness (00:00:03)

Breast implant illness and its impact on women's health
Overview of the SHARP Program (00:01:25)
Explanation of the SHARP program for managing chronic inflammation related to breast implants
Genetic Testing and MTHFR (00:02:34)
Discussion on genetic testing and the role of MTHFR in nutrient utilization and inflammation
Environmental Toxins (00:03:39)
Insight into environmental toxins like glyphosate and their effects on health
Mycotoxins and Mold Sensitivity (00:04:48)
Exploration of mycotoxins from mold and their impact on patients' health
Heavy Metals and Gut Health (00:04:48)
Importance of testing for heavy metals and assessing gut health pre-operatively
Chronic Inflammatory Symptoms (00:08:13)
Overview of common symptoms associated with breast implant illness and chronic inflammation
Research on Bacterial Contamination (00:09:21)
Recent studies showing the link between bacterial contamination and breast implant illness symptoms
Aesthetic Considerations in Explant Surgery (00:10:28)
Challenges and considerations regarding aesthetics after explant surgery

Links and Resources

Let’s Connect...

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/breast-implant-illness/id1678143554
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1SPDripbluZKYsC0rwrBdb?si=23ea2cd9f6734667
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drrobertwhitfield?_t=8oQyjO25X5i&_r=1
IG: https://www.instagram.com/breastimplantillnessexpert/
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Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-robert-whitfield-md-50775b10/
X: https://x.com/rob_whitfieldmd
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