2024-10-31 13:58:00
Influencer Sofia Lips spent more than 500,000 pounds, almost 600 000 euros, to carry out a cosmetic surgery operation. An operation which almost proved fatal to him (source 1).
His “life was at stake”
The 27-year-old model claimed her “life was put on the line” after her thirdbreast operation. “The nightmare” began, she said, once she returned home. If the intervention went well, Sofia Lips noticed, back at her home, “greenish crusts” coming out of her nipples. “As I looked down, I saw that there was green gunk all over my bandages,” she says.
“It was such a disaster. I literally almost died the situation has become so serious,” she says. Describing a burning sensation “unbearable”, the influencer mentions in her testimony of severe pain and swelling of his chest after the operation. Rushed to hospital, she stayed there for a week before being diagnosed with septicemia, also called sepsis. What is it about?
A serious infection with a mortality rate of 25%
After being rushed to hospital, where she stayed for a week, Sophia was diagnosed with sepsis. “I didn’t know what was happening and I was afraid my life was at stake”she confides.
“Sepsis is the consequence of a serious infection which generally begins locally (peritonitis, pneumonia, urinary infection, etc.). It often affects patients with weakened immune systems. When it occurs after an invasive procedure (surgery or other), we then speak of a nosocomial infection,” states the Pasteur Institute (source 2). “In France, the annual number of cases of bacterial sepsis is estimated at 250,000 – 300,000, to which are added the sepsis of fungal or viral origin. The mortality of patients hospitalized for sepsis is 25%,” adds the Pasteur Institute.
A desire to raise awareness among its subscribers
While the doctors wanted urgently remove your left implantthe influencer refused. “I didn’t want to lose my generous breasts for which I had paid so much and for which I had endured so much hardship,” she said. After a week of treatment with antibiotics, Sofia was able to return home.
In a desire to raise awareness among her subscribers on social networks, she expressed herself: “always do research, read the opinions of reputable people and never have surgery because it is cheap ».
Towards medical tourism…
Turkey is a destination increasingly renowned for its beauty offerings. According to the Chairman of the Turkey Health Tourism Development Council, Emin Çakmak, around 50% of these patients have undergone cosmetic surgery operationset 11,200 of them were French in 2019. Increasingly large figures but operations which often suffer failures, sometimes irreversible.
Medical tourism is a phenomenon on the rise in Türkiye. “Especially since 2018,” explains Tracy Cohen, director of the Clinique des Champs-Elysées, “foreign structures located in Tunisia, Turkey and elsewhere have been advertising very aggressively on the French market. However, in France, cosmetic surgery clinics are prohibited from communicating under penalty of closure of the establishment by the Regional Health Agency (ARS)” (source 3).
Inexpensive surgeries compared to European prices
Cosmetic surgery offers in Türkiye have very advantageous prices. For example, the average price of breast implants in Türkiye is €3,500 to €4,500. Conversely, the average cost of a breast implant in European countries is 6 000 €.
And, although certain operations may fail, they remain attractive to European customers. Like Sofia Lips, who is not done with surgical operations. The content creator is already planning to undergo liposuction next month.
Sources
Source 1: “27-year-old influencer says she almost died and had green discharge leaking from her breasts after botched surgery in Türkiye”, The Sun.
Source 2: Sepsis / sepsis, Pasteur Institute.
Source 3: “The dangers of medical tourism in the field of cosmetic surgery”, June 2024, Champs Elysées Clinic.
Source 4: “Beard transplant: a 24-year-old Frenchman commits suicide after a failed procedure in Türkiye”, France Info .
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**Interview with Sofia Lips: A Cautionary Tale on Cosmetic Surgery**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us today, Sofia. Your recent experience with cosmetic surgery has sparked a lot of discussions. Can you share what led you to undergo such a significant procedure?
**Sofia Lips:** Thank you for having me. I have always been open about wanting to enhance my body, and after two previous surgeries, I thought I knew what to expect. Unfortunately, my third breast operation turned into a nightmare I never anticipated.
**Editor:** You mentioned that your “life was put on the line.” Can you elaborate on what happened post-surgery?
**Sofia Lips:** Yes, after I returned home, everything seemed fine until I noticed these alarming greenish crusts coming from my nipples. It was terrifying to see the bandages covered in this green gunk. I experienced unbearable pain and swelling, and within days, I was rushed to the hospital, where I was diagnosed with septicemia.
**Editor:** That sounds frightening. How did the medical professionals handle your case, and what can you tell us about sepsis?
**Sofia Lips:** The doctors were very serious about my condition. Sepsis can be life-threatening, with a mortality rate of around 25%. It’s an overwhelming infection and, in my case, was a result of a surgical complication. I was in the hospital for a week receiving antibiotics. It felt like a true battle for my life.
**Editor:** You refused to have your implant removed despite the doctors’ advice. What was going through your mind at that time?
**Sofia Lips:** It was a tough decision. I had invested so much emotionally and financially into my new look. The thought of losing my breasts, especially after everything I had gone through, was devastating. But I also knew I had to weigh vanity against my health.
**Editor:** Since sharing your story online, what message do you want to convey to your followers and others considering similar surgeries?
**Sofia Lips:** I want to stress the importance of thorough research before undergoing any cosmetic procedure. It’s crucial to choose reputable surgeons and clinics. Don’t go for cheaper options just because they seem attractive. The risks can be severe, as I learned the hard way.
**Editor:** With the rise of medical tourism in countries like Turkey, what do you think needs to change in the industry?
**Sofia Lips:** Medical tourism can be enticing due to lower costs, but it often lacks regulations and safety standards. People need to be aware of the potential complications, like what I faced. We need to prioritize patient safety and ensure that cosmetic procedures are conducted with the utmost care and professionalism.
**Editor:** Thank you, Sofia, for sharing your story. Your experience is a vital reminder of the potential dangers associated with cosmetic surgery. We appreciate your honesty and commitment to awareness.
**Sofia Lips:** Thank you for giving me a platform to share my experience. I hope it helps others make informed decisions.
