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Delayed Bumps Developed Six Months After Sculptra - Why?

asked 1 year ago by Rugby in Rugby, P3
Latest answer by Mitchell Schwartz, MD
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Tags: bumps, causes, massage

I had 3 1/2 sessions of Scultra and was completely bump free for six months following final treatment. Literally over night a large number of bumps under the skin have developed . I have been very methodic about regular massages. Why?

3 answers to Delayed Bumps Developed Six Months After Sculptra - Why?

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Delayed bumps after Sculptra

If bumps occurred six months after the last treatment of Sculptra you might be developing, not an allergic, but an immune reaction. Another possibility is if you had recent dental work or other procedures which might have caused an infection around the Sculptra. See your doctor to evaluate your condition.
Ronald Shelton, MD

Manhattan Dermatologist
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Bumps may or may not be of concern

The key question is whether you can see the bumps or just feel them. II must assume that these bumps are not in the lips or lower lids, areas that should not had Sculptra injected into. If they are in the cheeks or elsewhere and not visible, you would probably do best by leaving the areas alone and see how things turn out.  I also would stop the massage at this late time after surgery. If they are visible and a bit sore , you should be seen by your treating physician and... more
Nathan Mayl, MD

Fort Lauderdale Plastic Surgeon
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Delayed Bumps from Sculptra

In a recent study, 8.5% of patients injected with Sculptra experienced formation of nodules. All nodules could be felt but were not visible. The onset of nodule formation from the time of injection can vary. Early nodules appear one to three months after treatment and most spontaneously disappear. Later nodules can occur from six months to three years and are larger and more inflamed. They usually appear abruptly and are accompanied by swelling and discoloration. These are often referred to... more
Mitchell Schwartz, MD

South Burlington Dermatologic Surgeon

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