Management of Sculptra Nodules

William Ting, MD answers: Hard bumps after Sculptra on forehead

I had the injection done on my temples and forehead about 11 days ago. After the swelling and bruising went away, I was left with two very hard and large bumps. I have been massaging to try to break them up but they have not gone away and one of them has gotten bigger. They are very noticeable and painful. I have read that these can be permanent and get even worse. Is this true? Is there anything I can do?


William Ting, MD
1 month ago
By William Ting, MD - Bay Area Dermatologic surgeon

Firm scar massage is key, 10x every 4-6 hours. If the bumps remain persistent, seek a board-certified dermatologist to consider intralesional steroid and or 5-FU injection to break down the scar tissue. With appropriate dilution and injection technique by a board-certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon, Sculptra nodule should be quite rare.

Web reference: http://www.advanceddermcare.com/Fillers_-_Restylane_etc.html
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