The Heal is Real - A Breast Implant Illness Podcast
Listening Dog Media
21 episodes
6 months ago
Presenters Abbie Eastwood & Debbie Mac met through their experiences with Breast Implant Illness (BII) and have come together to raise awareness of the illness for women who don't know that their implants could be causing them to feel ill.
Whilst there isn't an official medical diagnosis for the condition, thousands of women across the world suffer with BII and The Heal is Real offers a safe space for those who believe they are one of them. We speak to women who have come through the other side of BII whilst also chatting with medical professionals who give their view on the effects implants can have on women and the options available to them.
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Presenters Abbie Eastwood & Debbie Mac met through their experiences with Breast Implant Illness (BII) and have come together to raise awareness of the illness for women who don't know that their implants could be causing them to feel ill.
Whilst there isn't an official medical diagnosis for the condition, thousands of women across the world suffer with BII and The Heal is Real offers a safe space for those who believe they are one of them. We speak to women who have come through the other side of BII whilst also chatting with medical professionals who give their view on the effects implants can have on women and the options available to them.
Georgia's Story: The Need for Education on Breast Implants
The Heal is Real - A Breast Implant Illness Podcast
33 minutes
2 years ago
Georgia's Story: The Need for Education on Breast Implants
In today's episode, we have a special guest, Georgia, who will share her personal journey and insights on the importance of prioritizing health and well-being. Georgia begins by discussing the psychological strain that can come with body changes and encourages listeners to be self-aware, recognizing that appearance is just a small part of who we are. She emphasizes the need for support from others during this process and highlights that confidence and self-worth come from within. As the conversation progresses, Georgia opens up about her experience with breast implants. She shares her initial fascination with the idea, fueled by societal glamorization and sexualization. However, she soon realizes that the information provided about the implications of the procedure is lacking. She reflects on the disappointment she felt when the implants did not fulfill her expectations and only provided temporary satisfaction.
Georgia raises important points about age and maturity in relation to self-worth and questioning societal beauty standards. She highlights the need for education on these matters, which is often lacking in schools. She also discusses the potentially misleading nature of breast implant consultations, where salesmen may downplay the downsides of the procedure unless legally required to disclose. Throughout the episode, Georgia shares her own symptoms and struggles with breast implants, such as hair loss, brain fog, and blurry vision. She candidly describes the emotional turmoil and identity crisis she experienced after undergoing surgery and how it affected her role as a health and well-being coach. We also hear about Georgia's journey to find support and understanding, including reaching out to medical professionals in Liverpool and eventually finding Dr. Rankin in Portugal. She discusses the relief she felt after having the implants removed and the improvement in her symptoms. Join us as we delve deeper into Georgia's story and explore the broader themes of self-acceptance, societal pressures, and the importance of prioritizing our health and well-being.
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The Heal is Real - A Breast Implant Illness Podcast
Presenters Abbie Eastwood & Debbie Mac met through their experiences with Breast Implant Illness (BII) and have come together to raise awareness of the illness for women who don't know that their implants could be causing them to feel ill.
Whilst there isn't an official medical diagnosis for the condition, thousands of women across the world suffer with BII and The Heal is Real offers a safe space for those who believe they are one of them. We speak to women who have come through the other side of BII whilst also chatting with medical professionals who give their view on the effects implants can have on women and the options available to them.
