Episode 124: Busting Free with Dr. Amanda Savage Brown
Behind the fascination with augmented breasts is a complex truth that involves a number of experiences, such as trauma and the necessity for explants or breast implant removal. While breast implants have provided benefits for many women, they have also been connected with major complications and traumatic experiences. In today’s episode, we are joined by Candice Barley, a breast implant illness patient advocate, and by Dr. Amanda Savage Brown, the author of Busting Free: How to Liberate Yourself from the Quest for Better Breasts Before, During, and Long After Explant.
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Summary
Behind the fascination with augmented breasts is a complex truth that involves a number of experiences, such as trauma and the necessity for explants or breast implant removal. While breast implants have provided benefits for many women, they have also been connected with major complications and traumatic experiences.
In today’s episode, we are joined by Candice Barley, a breast implant illness patient advocate, and by Dr. Amanda Savage Brown, the author of Busting Free: How to Liberate Yourself from the Quest for Better Breasts Before, During, and Long After Explant.
If you want to grab a copy of Dr. Brown’s book, you can visit her website through this link: https://amandasavagebrown.com/
Website - https://amandasavagebrown.com/
Show Highlights:
Why Write "Busting Free"? (00:03:22) Dr. Brown explains her motivation for writing her book and the unmet psychosocial needs of women with breast implants.
The Origin of the "Breast Rule Book" (00:06:56) Societal beliefs about breasts, how these beliefs form, and their impact on self-image
Individual Breast Rule Books & Social Pressures (00:13:38) How each woman’s experience is unique, and the role of peer and societal pressure in shaping self-worth
Psychological Flexibility & Adaptation (00:22:01) Psychological flexibility as it relates to patients and surgeons, emphasizing adaptability in care
Partner Considerations & Relationship Dynamics (00:26:42) Addressing the complexities of partner reactions to explant surgery and strategies for communication and support.
The Importance of Advocacy & Support (00:29:48) The value of patient advocacy and having supportive professionals during the explant journey
Will I Get Better? Addressing Patient Fears (00:37:48) Approach to treating inflammation and the holistic methods used in his practice
Tipping Points: Stress, Trauma, and Illness (00:39:30) Life stressors, trauma, and environmental exposures in triggering breast implant illness symptoms
The Real Challenge: Post-Surgical Recovery (00:44:17) Complexity of recovery after explant surgery and the need for ongoing support
Medical Gaslighting & Patient Validation (00:48:03) Emotional impact of being dismissed by doctors and the relief of being believed
Links and Resources
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/breast-implant-illness/id1678143554
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