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Allergic Reaction to Perlane?

asked 1 year ago by paul greene in Rockaway, NJ
Latest answer by Jonathan Berman, MD
Question viewed 629 times
Tags: allergy, reaction

Can You Have an Alerdic Reation to Perlane

12 answers to Allergic Reaction to Perlane?

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Allergic Reaction to Perlane?

One can have an allergic reaction to anything; however, it’s very rare. Jonathan Ross Berman, M.D. , F.A.C.S.
Jonathan Berman, MD

Palm Beach Plastic Surgeon
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Allergy to Perlane rare

Allergy to Perlane is possible but it is very rare. If you think you are having an allergy, you should show the treated area to your cosmetic surgeon.
Steven Hacker, MD

West Palm Beach Dermatologic Surgeon
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Poor technique causes lumps not allergic reactions

Perlane allergy is unheard of! Since Qmed greatly reduced the protein load any lumps usually are due to poor injection tecnique, To show allergy one would have to show antibodies and this has ever been done since the protein load was greatly reduced.
Arnold W. Klein, MD

Beverly Hills Dermatologic Surgeon
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Allergic Reaction to Perlane, from San Diego

Why do you ask this question?  Are you having a problem?  The answer may be YES, not so much to the hyaluronic acid, but trace amounts of streptococcal antigens present in the product.  Medical Affairs personnel at Q-Med, the manufacturer of Perlane, are probably best qualified to answer this question.
Steve Laverson, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon
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Allergic Reactions to Perlane - Rare

Restylane, Perlane, and Juvederm are all comprised of hyaluronic acid.  Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occuring molecule in the body.  An allergic reaction to the product is exceedingly rare, however, reactions have been reported.  In the event that there is a question of a reaction, you should follow up with the doctor who gave you your treatment.  An enzyme called hyaluronidase can be used to remove the product if necessary.
Joshua Zeichner, MD

Manhattan Dermatologist
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Allergic reaction after Perlane

I personally have never seen an allergic reaction after Perlane injection. Hyaluronic acid is a naturally-occurring substance, so you should not have an allergic reaction. This is why allergy testing is not required for Perlane.
Ryan Greene, MD, PhD

Fort Lauderdale Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Allergic to Perlane

Allergy to Perlane is virtually impossible and has never been reported.  However, in my practice, I have injected over 25 thousand patients with hyaluronic acid and I have seen situations where someone may develop a foreign body type reaction in the lip which is temporary and can be treated, but true allergies to this sugar molecule have not been reported.   Best, Dr. Malouf
Peter Malouf, DO

Dallas Dermatologist
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"Allergic reaction" to Perlane unlikely.

As others have stated, this is a natural substance present in our bodies, and no allergic testing is needed for these HA fillers as it was for the collagen fillers (made from bovine sources, and later human sources) several years ago. Any apparent "reaction" or "red spot" from Perlane injection is more likely a tiny localized bacterial contamination (notice I'm carefully avoiding the word "infection") from the needle stick into your skin, which has... more
Richard H. Tholen, MD, FACS

Minneapolis Plastic Surgeon
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Allergic Reaction to Perlane

Thanks for the question. There is always a possibility of an allergic reaction to any injected substance. Hyaluronic acid in theory has no allergic reactive properties as it is the same between different animal species. In its manufactured form, it is essentially the same regardless of the source ( i.e. animal or bacterial), the only difference between the animal- and bacterial-based HA being the length of the final molecular chain. If you are experiencing untoward symptoms... more
Glenn Vallecillos, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
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Allergy to Perlane?

One could always have an allergy to a hyaluronic acid product such as Perlan but I imagine it is extremely low.  It is found as a natural product in  many different types of tissue.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Allergic Reaction to Perlane

There is always a POSSIBILITY of of an allergic reaction to almost anything we swallow or which comes in contact with our bodies in any way BUT the the likelihood of having an allergic reaction to Perlane which is made up of hyaluronic acid, a compound found in our eyes andjoints is extremely low. I have never seen it in my practice nor heard about it from my colleagues. Dr Peter Aldea
Peter A. Aldea, MD

Memphis Plastic Surgeon
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Reactions to Perlane

There is always a possibility for an allergic reaction to any product, but the chance of an allergy to Perlane, Restylane, or Juvederm is extremely low. In fact, there is no skin test needed for these products, unlike the formerly-used "collagen" fillers. If you are having a reaction, it could be overcorrection, granuloma, or infection. If there is itching or any other symptom, especially swelling in other areas, or your throat, be sure to call your doctor immediately or go to... more
Ronald Shelton, MD

Manhattan Dermatologist

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