In a candid and emotional revelation, former Hollyoaks star Stephanie Waring has shared her decision to have her breast implants removed after experiencing what she describes as "debilitating" symptoms during menopause.
The 47-year-old actress, best known for playing Cindy Cunningham in the long-running Channel 4 soap, disclosed that she underwent explant surgery after connecting her severe health issues to her breast implants.
The Turning Point
Waring explained that as she entered perimenopause, she began suffering from extreme symptoms that went beyond typical menopause experiences. "I was experiencing such debilitating symptoms that I knew something wasn't right," she revealed.
The actress described how she started researching Breast Implant Illness (BII) and recognized many of the symptoms in her own experience. This realization prompted her to take the significant step of having her implants removed.
A Growing Health Concern
Stephanie's story highlights the increasing awareness around Breast Implant Illness, a condition that many women report experiencing but which remains controversial in some medical circles. Symptoms often include chronic fatigue, brain fog, joint pain, and autoimmune issues.
"So many women are suffering in silence," Waring noted, emphasizing the importance of sharing her story to help others who might be experiencing similar challenges.
Life After Explant Surgery
Since having the surgery to remove her implants, Stephanie reports significant improvements in her health and wellbeing. While she continues to navigate menopause, she says the removal of her implants has alleviated many of the most severe symptoms she was experiencing.
The actress joins a growing list of celebrities who have spoken out about their experiences with breast implant removal, contributing to broader conversations about women's health and cosmetic surgery safety.
