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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Silicone granuloma | |||
| image = [[File:Ultrasound_of_silicone_granuloma_lymphadenopathy_13112514493060900.jpg|left|thumb|Ultrasound image of silicone granuloma]] | |||
| caption = Ultrasound image showing silicone granuloma lymphadenopathy | |||
| field = [[Dermatology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Nodule]], [[inflammation]], [[pain]], [[swelling]] | |||
| complications = [[Infection]], [[scarring]] | |||
| onset = Variable, often months to years after exposure | |||
| duration = Chronic | |||
| causes = [[Silicone]] injection or leakage | |||
| risks = [[Cosmetic surgery]], [[breast implants]], [[silicone injections]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Ultrasound]], [[biopsy]] | |||
| differential = [[Lipoma]], [[cyst]], [[lymphoma]] | |||
| treatment = [[Surgical excision]], [[corticosteroids]], [[antibiotics]] | |||
| prognosis = Variable, depends on extent and treatment | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
}} | |||
[[File:MMG1210161632MLO_Silicone_granuloma.jpg|Mammogram showing silicone granuloma (MLO view)|left|thumb]] | |||
[[File:MMG1210161632CC_Silicone_granuloma.jpg|Mammogram showing silicone granuloma (CC view)|thumb|left]] | |||
'''Silicone granuloma''' is a type of [[granuloma]], a specific form of chronic inflammation, that is caused by the injection of [[silicone]]. It is a rare but serious complication that can occur after procedures such as [[breast augmentation]] or other types of [[cosmetic surgery]] where silicone is used. | '''Silicone granuloma''' is a type of [[granuloma]], a specific form of chronic inflammation, that is caused by the injection of [[silicone]]. It is a rare but serious complication that can occur after procedures such as [[breast augmentation]] or other types of [[cosmetic surgery]] where silicone is used. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Silicone granulomas are caused by the body's immune response to silicone that has leaked or migrated from a silicone-containing device, such as a [[breast implant]]. The body forms a granuloma, or a mass of immune cells, around the silicone in an attempt to isolate it. | Silicone granulomas are caused by the body's immune response to silicone that has leaked or migrated from a silicone-containing device, such as a [[breast implant]]. The body forms a granuloma, or a mass of immune cells, around the silicone in an attempt to isolate it. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
Symptoms of silicone granuloma can vary depending on the location and size of the granuloma. They may include pain, redness, swelling, and the formation of a lump or mass. In some cases, silicone granulomas can lead to serious complications such as [[skin necrosis]] or [[infection]]. | Symptoms of silicone granuloma can vary depending on the location and size of the granuloma. They may include pain, redness, swelling, and the formation of a lump or mass. In some cases, silicone granulomas can lead to serious complications such as [[skin necrosis]] or [[infection]]. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of silicone granuloma is typically made based on the patient's medical history, physical examination, and imaging studies such as [[ultrasound]] or [[magnetic resonance imaging]] (MRI). In some cases, a [[biopsy]] may be needed to confirm the diagnosis. | Diagnosis of silicone granuloma is typically made based on the patient's medical history, physical examination, and imaging studies such as [[ultrasound]] or [[magnetic resonance imaging]] (MRI). In some cases, a [[biopsy]] may be needed to confirm the diagnosis. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment of silicone granuloma typically involves removing the source of the silicone, if possible. This may involve surgery to remove a silicone-containing device such as a breast implant. In some cases, medication may be used to reduce inflammation and manage symptoms. | Treatment of silicone granuloma typically involves removing the source of the silicone, if possible. This may involve surgery to remove a silicone-containing device such as a breast implant. In some cases, medication may be used to reduce inflammation and manage symptoms. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Granuloma]] | * [[Granuloma]] | ||
* [[Breast implant]] | * [[Breast implant]] | ||
* [[Cosmetic surgery]] | * [[Cosmetic surgery]] | ||
[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Inflammation]] | [[Category:Inflammation]] | ||
[[Category:Cosmetic surgery]] | [[Category:Cosmetic surgery]] | ||
[[Category:Breast surgery]] | [[Category:Breast surgery]] | ||
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| Silicone granuloma | |
|---|---|
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| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Nodule, inflammation, pain, swelling |
| Complications | Infection, scarring |
| Onset | Variable, often months to years after exposure |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Silicone injection or leakage |
| Risks | Cosmetic surgery, breast implants, silicone injections |
| Diagnosis | Ultrasound, biopsy |
| Differential diagnosis | Lipoma, cyst, lymphoma |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Surgical excision, corticosteroids, antibiotics |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Variable, depends on extent and treatment |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Silicone granuloma is a type of granuloma, a specific form of chronic inflammation, that is caused by the injection of silicone. It is a rare but serious complication that can occur after procedures such as breast augmentation or other types of cosmetic surgery where silicone is used.
Causes[edit]
Silicone granulomas are caused by the body's immune response to silicone that has leaked or migrated from a silicone-containing device, such as a breast implant. The body forms a granuloma, or a mass of immune cells, around the silicone in an attempt to isolate it.
Symptoms[edit]
Symptoms of silicone granuloma can vary depending on the location and size of the granuloma. They may include pain, redness, swelling, and the formation of a lump or mass. In some cases, silicone granulomas can lead to serious complications such as skin necrosis or infection.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of silicone granuloma is typically made based on the patient's medical history, physical examination, and imaging studies such as ultrasound or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). In some cases, a biopsy may be needed to confirm the diagnosis.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment of silicone granuloma typically involves removing the source of the silicone, if possible. This may involve surgery to remove a silicone-containing device such as a breast implant. In some cases, medication may be used to reduce inflammation and manage symptoms.
