Three years ago I had Injections in my bum. I was told it was a product called Macrolane. I had the procedure done than a year later I had the procedure again, at that point I had no side effects. 6 months after the second time I notice these side effects Orange peel skin Discolouration Extreme sensitivity I went for a biopsy, and results came back it was SILICONE, Drs said they could not do anything for me, Please help!
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February 1, 2018
Answer: Silicone Gone Wrong
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Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Silicone biopolymers can cause severe longterm complications including inflammation and nodule formulation. Although results are longer-lasting that Juvederm or Restylane, long-acting fillers should be avoided.
Bellafill and Artefill are known to cause granulomas and permanent nodules with s...
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Liquid silicone is unsafe, please do not use it ever. The autoimmune response could be triggered by this substance, if you look around on the Internet, you will find patients that have a lot of problems with this product. The use for lips and other areas is off label...
Silicone biopolymers can cause severe longterm complications including inflammation and nodule formulation. Although results are longer-lasting that Juvederm or Restylane, long-acting fillers should be avoided.
Bellafill and Artefill are known to cause granulomas and permanent nodules with s...