Renowned Puerto Rican journalist Bárbara Bermudo has once again become the topic of conversation, not because of a new television project, but because of her courageous testimony about women’s health.
In April 2025, two years after having undergone a breast lift, the former “Primer Impacto” host decided to publicly share the details of the process that transformed her life and, potentially, that of many other women.
A silent disease
For years, Barbara Bermudo lived with persistent and debilitating symptoms:
Chronic fatigue, inflammation, hair loss, digestive problems, anxiety and sleeping difficulties.
After multiple doctor visits and studies with no conclusive answers, an immunologist in Florida gave him a clear diagnosis:
She suffered from ASIA syndrome (Adjuvant Induced Autoimmune Syndrome), a chronic immune reaction triggered by her silicone breast implants.
“My body was fighting against something it didn’t recognize as its own,” she explained in one of her videos posted on social media.
Barbara Bermudo not only shared her symptoms, but also showed studies that support the relationship between implants and autoimmune diseases in some women.
Natural reconstruction
Barbara Bermudo’s explantation surgery was performed by renowned surgeon Dr. David Rankin in Palm Beach, Florida.
Experienced in patients with implant-related autoimmune disease, Rankin is known for a careful technique that reconstructs the breast using the patient’s natural tissue.
Bárbara Bermudo explained that during the procedure she was seated and raised in the operating room, allowing the surgeon to evaluate the natural shape of the breast.
This allowed her breasts to look symmetrical and natural after the procedure.
Estos son mis senos naturales, y quedaron hermosos
Bárbara Bermudo
Powerful message
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Since then, Bárbara Bermudo has received thousands of messages from women who are going through similar situations or who have doubts about becoming pregnant.
Many ask her, “How do the breasts look after the explantation?”.
She responds with transparency, showing her personal experience without filters and making it clear that health is above any aesthetic ideal.
In addition, Barbara Bermudo has committed to publishing informative content on post-explantation recovery, anti-inflammatory nutrition, supplementation and emotional well-being.
“I’m not giving medical advice, I’m just sharing what worked for me,” he clarifies.
For many Hispanics in the United States, especially those who have migrated to this country and have adopted demanding aesthetic standards, Barbara Bermudo’s testimony represents a courageous voice that normalizes health decisions.
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