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Episode 98: ENCORE: Are Your Breast Implants Making You Sick? with Dr. Robert Whitfield
Women who believe their implants are making them sick report a wide range of symptoms including extreme fatigue, muscle and joint pain, headache, brain fog, hair loss, rashes, dry mouth and eyes, depression, anxiety, and insomnia.
These conditions appear within a few months to several years following surgery and seem to follow a secondary surgery like revision or exchange. However, the exact cause is difficult to pin down because other conditions, like Lyme disease and toxic mold exposure, can cause similar symptoms.
Using PCR testing (instead of traditional CLIA-based lab testing), Dr. Rob discovered that over 60% of the breast implants he removed all had one thing in common.
Dr. Robert Whitfield describes his methodology for identifying this complicated, misunderstood condition and shares his treatment strategies utilizing nutrition and genetic testing to put his patients on the path to healing.
For more healing resources created by Dr. Rob, visit our store - Dr. Rob's Solutions at https://drrobssolutions.myshopify.com.
Show Highlights:
Causes of BII (00:03:56)
Biofilm and its significant contribution to breast implant illness cases
What is Biofilm? (00:04:56)
Explanation of biofilm as a bacterial or fungal contaminant affecting health and inflammation
Environmental Factors (00:05:26)
Environmental exposures, like mold and Lyme disease, and their role in BII symptoms
Gut Health and Immune Response (00:07:43)
Gut health's impact on immune function and overall wellness in BII patients
Identifying Symptoms and Providers (00:10:12)
How to identify symptoms and seek appropriate medical guidance for BII
Explant Surgery Options (00:10:12)
Overview of surgical options available for patients considering explant surgery
Symptom Abatement Timeline (00:11:20)
Discussion on the expected timeline for symptom improvement after explant surgery
Pathology and Testing (00:12:36)
Importance of laboratory analysis in evaluating post-surgery health and contamination
Nutritional Support and Genetic Testing (00:13:50)
The role of nutrition and genetic predisposition testing in managing BII
Cautions on Online Medical Advice (00:15:13)
Warnings against seeking medical advice from unqualified sources online
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/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/DrRobertWhitfield
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-robert-whitfield-md-50775b10/
X: https://x.com/rob_whitfieldmd
Read this article - https://www.breastcancer.org/treatment/surgery/breast-reconstruction/types/implant-reconstruction/illness/breast-implant-illness
Shop: https://drrobssolutions.com
SHARP: https://www.harp.health
NVISN Labs - https://nvisnlabs.com/
Get access to Dr. Rob's Favorite Products below:
Danger Coffee - Use our link for mold free coffee - https://dangercoffee.com/pages/mold-free-coffee?ref=ztvhyjg
JASPR Air Purifier - Use code DRROB for the Jaspr Air Purifier - https://jaspr.co/
Echo Water - Get high quality water with our code DRROB10 - https://echowater.com/
BallancerPro - Use code DRROBVIP for the world's leader in lymphatic drainage technology - https://ballancerpro.com
Ultrahuman - Use code WHITFIELD10 for the most accurate wearable - https://www.ultrahuman.com/ring/buy/us/?affiliateCode=drwhitfield
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Women who believe their implants are making them sick report a wide range of symptoms including extreme fatigue, muscle and joint pain, headache, brain fog, hair loss, rashes, dry mouth and eyes, depression, anxiety, and insomnia.
These conditions appear within a few months to several years following surgery and seem to follow a secondary surgery like revision or exchange. However, the exact cause is difficult to pin down because other conditions, like Lyme disease and toxic mold exposure, can cause similar symptoms.
Using PCR testing (instead of traditional CLIA-based lab testing), Dr. Rob discovered that over 60% of the breast implants he removed all had one thing in common.
Dr. Robert Whitfield describes his methodology for identifying this complicated, misunderstood condition and shares his treatment strategies utilizing nutrition and genetic testing to put his patients on the path to healing.
For more healing resources created by Dr. Rob, visit our store - Dr. Rob's Solutions at https://drrobssolutions.myshopify.com.
Show Highlights:
Causes of BII (00:03:56)
Biofilm and its significant contribution to breast implant illness cases
What is Biofilm? (00:04:56)
Explanation of biofilm as a bacterial or fungal contaminant affecting health and inflammation
Environmental Factors (00:05:26)
Environmental exposures, like mold and Lyme disease, and their role in BII symptoms
Gut Health and Immune Response (00:07:43)
Gut health's impact on immune function and overall wellness in BII patients
Identifying Symptoms and Providers (00:10:12)
How to identify symptoms and seek appropriate medical guidance for BII
Explant Surgery Options (00:10:12)
Overview of surgical options available for patients considering explant surgery
Symptom Abatement Timeline (00:11:20)
Discussion on the expected timeline for symptom improvement after explant surgery
Pathology and Testing (00:12:36)
Importance of laboratory analysis in evaluating post-surgery health and contamination
Nutritional Support and Genetic Testing (00:13:50)
The role of nutrition and genetic predisposition testing in managing BII
Cautions on Online Medical Advice (00:15:13)
Warnings against seeking medical advice from unqualified sources online
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/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/DrRobertWhitfield
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-robert-whitfield-md-50775b10/
X: https://x.com/rob_whitfieldmd
Read this article - https://www.breastcancer.org/treatment/surgery/breast-reconstruction/types/implant-reconstruction/illness/breast-implant-illness
Shop: https://drrobssolutions.com
SHARP: https://www.harp.health
NVISN Labs - https://nvisnlabs.com/
Get access to Dr. Rob's Favorite Products below:
Danger Coffee - Use our link for mold free coffee - https://dangercoffee.com/pages/mold-free-coffee?ref=ztvhyjg
JASPR Air Purifier - Use code DRROB for the Jaspr Air Purifier - https://jaspr.co/
Echo Water - Get high quality water with our code DRROB10 - https://echowater.com/
BallancerPro - Use code DRROBVIP for the world's leader in lymphatic drainage technology - https://ballancerpro.com
Ultrahuman - Use code WHITFIELD10 for the most accurate wearable - https://www.ultrahuman.com/ring/buy/us/?affiliateCode=drwhitfield
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