Please reconsult your surgeon for his opinion. Intralesional steroid injection is reserved for hypertrophic skin scars but all patients are informed that steroids can cause skin and fat atrophy, produce spider veins, result in hypopigmentation and predispose to infection; none of which... more
Dent and redness after Kenalog injections on breast
I had a breast augmentation done about 3 years ago. However, about a month ago, I saw a bump, near my left breast. It looked as though it was a bone showing a little due to my weight loss. I went to my surgeon to make sure everything was okay, and he thought it was a capsule and injected it with a small dose of kenalog. Almost immediately the surrounding sking turned red.
Three weeks later, the skin is still red, and now have rippling, and my cleavage on one side looks flat. It's not like the round look my breast used to have. Will the redness ever go away? Is the dent ever going to fill so my breast will look round again? Is there anything I can do to make this better?
3 answers to “Dent and redness after Kenalog...”
A: See your surgeon
Hello, Kenalog is used in the treatment of exuberant scarring. It am not sure why you had the injection, but it can cause tissue thinning. I would have your surgeon take a look to make sure everything is OK.
A: Kenalog is used to treat firm or raised scars
I'm not really clear what it was that was being treated with the Kenalog because I haven't had the benefit of examining you. I don't use Kenalog as much as others but in the times I have used it, there has not been any redness. I would recommend that you follow-up with your treating... more
Breast implants: 679 reviews
77% said it was worth it
Breast implants before & after photos
IMPORTANT: As noted in our Terms of Service, the information found on RealSelf.com, including that provided by professionals in the Questions & Answers area, is a general educational aid. The Questions and Answers contain opinions and views created by community members. RealSelf.com is not responsible for the accuracy of any information posted by community members. Do not rely on this information as a substitute for personal medical or healthcare advice, or for diagnosis or treatment purposes.