Mesotherapy vs Liposuction on someone with hypothyroid?

I weigh 220 pounds. I do work out and diet, but I still gain weight due to having hypothyroid. I want to try mesotherapy. Should I or should I just go for the plain liposuction? What is your opinion?

2 answers to “Mesotherapy vs Liposuction on...”

A: Mesotherapy not a substitute for liposuction

Tracy M. Pfeifer, MD

Mesotherapy is controversial in the United States.  Doctors have concerns about the treatment because it is not yet FDA approved, although early studies are underway by board certified plastic surgeons.  In general, what you are referring to as mesotherapy physicians refer to as "injection... more

A: Don't do Mesotherapy!

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD

Mesotherapy is dangerous and of doubtful benefit. I was asked to speak about it by local news in Atlanta and did a world literature search. I could not find one article demonstrating benefits but many outlining complications. One of my patients (breast augmentation) chose mesotherapy and came to me with her... more

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