Painful, Itchy and Swelling Hands After Radiesse?

I am experiencing a painful itch and swelling in the right pinky knuckle area after having Radiesse injected two weeks ago. Is it possible to have a bad reaction/infection two week later?

My hands seem to look the same as before after only two weeks.They looked good at first. I planned on having my cheeks done but now I`m having doubts if this is worth it. Any feed back is appreciated.

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1 Doctor Answer | Asked by Neena in Long Branch NJ USA

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Itching after Radiesse

Regarding your first question about a painful itch: this does not sound like an infection because it seems localized to a small area. What it may be is a post injction psoriasis. This is an uncommon reactio to trauma (like when we stick needles into your skin). It has also been described after chemical peels. It is usually self-limiting and will go away, but because it can be uncomfortable try a topical steroid cream like hydrocortisone. This should give symptomatic relief. Obviously, if... more