Ashley Tisdale Got Candid About Why She Removed Her Breast Implants
"This is probably the most personal post I’ve ever shared," she wrote.
In a new post on Instagram, Ashley Tisdale told fans and followers that she removed her breast implants last winter, sharing the personal reasons why she moved forward with the explant surgery after having them for years.
“Hey guys, this is probably the most personal post I’ve ever shared,” the High School Musical alum wrote to begin her Instagram post on August 17th. Because she said she has been “very open about [her] mental heath journey,” she felt it was “equally important” to discuss this surgery and decision.
Tisdale explained that she underwent breast implant surgery years ago because she thought it would help her self-image. “Prior to the surgery, I constantly felt my body was less than, and thought this change would make me feel more whole and more secure about myself,” she wrote. “And for a short period of time…it did.”
But she said that afterward she began experiencing “minor health issues that just were not adding up—food sensitivities as well as gut issues,” which she linked to her breast implants. Now, in the Instagram post, she included a picture of herself relaxing on the beach in a floral bikini, which was taken post-breast implant removal surgery. About that photo, she wrote:
“This journey has been one of growth, self discovery, self acceptance and most importantly self-love. This picture above was taken two months after my explant surgery and I think you can tell just how happy I am to finally be fully me.
“Over the years I’ve met with many holistic and non-holistic doctors and learned the importance of living a non-toxic life,” she added.
In recent years, many people have spoken up about experiencing similar health issues, believing that their breast implants have made them sick. Breast implant illness has been linked to myriad symptoms, including fatigue, depression, anxiety, chest pain, chills, rashes, and hair loss, according to Harvard Medical School. Last year, pharmaceutical company Allergan recalled certain breast implants, citing a link to a rare form of cancer.
Tisdale didn’t elaborate on her specific diagnosis, and it’s not clear the implants caused any of her health issues. But she is using her experience to speak about her new holistic approach to wellness. She’s partnering with Frenshe, a new wellness company. In a post announcing her partnership, she shared that “minor health issues left me confused and lost, and met with countless holistic and traditional doctors and practitioners in search of answers.”
Health issues are always scary, and we’re glad Tisdale is feeling better about her overall health and wellbeing. Of course, if you’re ever at all concerned about your breast implants or other health issues, always check with your doctor, a medical professional.
