Brandi Glanville candidly discusses the staggering costs and personal toll of having her breast implants removed, revealing how they were at the root cause of her significant health issues. In an episode aired on February 26 as part of the I Do, Part 2 podcast, the TV personality opened up about the ordeal she endured.
Initially, Brandi Glanville had been assured by medical professionals that her breast implants posed no threat to her well-being when they were inserted two decades ago. However, this reassurance did not last; over the years, she began experiencing disturbing symptoms such as persistent lumps in her neck and an inexplicable brain fog. A series of specialists—ranging from infectious disease doctors to rheumatologists—failed to identify the cause of these issues.
The turning point came when a sonogram revealed that one of her breasts had ruptured and was leaking silicone, with its contents entering both lymph nodes. Determined to address the matter, Brandi chose to undergo surgery for her breast implants despite facing significant financial hurdles.
“I went to 21 doctors,” she recalled. “Insurance from Kaiser let’s just say they didn’t cooperate as much as I wanted them to.” The procedure cost a considerable $200,000 out-of-pocket. Her experience was not without its challenges; initially, her mammograms appeared normal, and surgeons did not attribute the symptoms directly to her implants.
“I still have these weird lumps in my neck,” Brandi admitted. “The brain fog and fatigue are difficult to explain.” Now, two weeks post-procedure, she reflected positively on her recovery: “I was really excited after a week of feeling so bad.”
Throughout this process, there were moments of personal strain due to Eddie Cibrian’s lack of support for his ex-wife during this health crisis. “He has not supported me,” Brandi lamented. Despite the challenges they faced together as parents and partners, their relationship had improved since these issues arose.
“Things are better now on holidays,” she added with a sense of optimism. “I miss some family gatherings because I was ill.” Reflecting on her current state, Glanville found herself returning to work shortly after the procedure, stating, “The first week post-op, I was doing too much because it felt so good to be moving again.”
Brandi’s journey underscores not only the physical and financial burdens of such a significant medical intervention but also highlights the emotional toll on those involved in a partnership. Her candid account invites readers to consider the complexities inherent when personal health intersects with relationships and finances.