Then she found a lump under one breast. When the doctor did exploratory surgery, he found that the implant had ruptured long ago. The damage was extensive and the doctor feared the lump would become malignant, and insisted on removing both her breasts.

   She is now able to work and participating in sports activities again. Much of her pain is gone, but she still has her bad days. She tries to keep a light, positive attitude. She feels she must try to help other women realize the dangers of silicone so she works with a support group for breast implants and TMJ implants. (She also had a defective TMJ implant).

   Silicone robbed her of her breast, but not her spirit. She tries to look to the bright side and be thankful for her life. Some weren't so lucky. Eighty-six women have died from silicone, according to the FDA.

   She is angry that the manufacturers are getting away with chemically poisoning men, women, and children. She wonders what it will take to wake the public up and make them see the scam.