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I had dow croning implants put in in 1990 they have since ruptured causing them to leak into my lymphatic system. can u advise me as to what tests.

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Dr. John Chiuanswered

Allergy and Immunology 59 years experience

See plastic surgeon: You will need to get the implant removed regardless of the test results.

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