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Restylane - Headache, Diarrhea?

i had restylane 5 days ago; 4 hours after I felt light headed and arms/legs weak; the next day I got a terrible headache; day 5 the headache is subsiding but my arms feel numb and tingly. I would like it removed; can I? what is the best course of action. Julie

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Feeling ill following Restylane treatment

Hello, and sorry to hear about the side effects you are experiencing. These symptoms are coincidental, and are not likely caused by your Restylane treatment. I would recommend an exam by your physician as soon as possible, as your symptoms may be caused by a separate issue that requires attention. If you are unhappy with your appearance following the treatment, it is possible to remove the Restylane with the enzyme hyaluronidase. Thank you, and I hope you feel better!

Removing Restylane

Yes, you can have Restylane removed, however, it's not likely the cause of your flu-like symptoms you say you're experiencing 4 hours after Restylane was injected. It sounds like you either have a touch of the flu or need to visit your primary care provider if your problems worsen or persist.

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Side Effects of Restylane

After treatment, you might have some swelling, redness, pain, bruising, or tenderness. These are typically mild in severity and normally last less than 7 days in nasolabial folds and less than 14 days in lips. Swelling may be more likely in patients under 36 years, and bruising may be more likely in patients over 35 years. Rarely, the doctor may inject into a blood vessel, which can damage the skin. Although rare, red or swollen small bumps may occur. If you have had facial cold sores... more

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Restylane, Headache, Diarrhea

You did not mention where on your body you had Restylane injected, but I'm assuming it was somewhere on your face. I cannot attribute the symptoms you are describing to the Restylane. Perhaps you have a viral illness or have something else going on. Please see your regular doctor for a complete check up. It is possible to dissolve Restylane with Hyaluronidase, but it may not be necessary in your case.

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J.U.L.I.E.
5 Sep 2012

3 weeks after having the Restylane my body broke it down and it has now gone. I am now starting to feel better. Any comments?

J.U.L.I.E.
22 Aug 2012

Yes it is on my face; I am not suffering from a viral illness - I am certain it is the product - I have a very sensitive system and suffer from lots of allergies - I wonder if the contraindications in the US are stricter than the UK and because I am a very allergic person with lots of allergies - would have been given it in the US? I have a friend who gets these symptoms when it is necessary to use chemotherapy cream for skin cancer so whatever is in this filler is as toxic to me as her cream is to her - in fact I'm worse. I am taking activated charcoal and it is giving me relief of the symptoms (headache/numbness arms and legs) and in between the doses my symptoms return but not quite as severe. I would like to know exactly what the restylane dissolves into with hyaluronadaise as I have read it breaks down into different components to what it is made of. If it were a harmless substance I would happily have it removed. I cannot find out what it is broken down into have only been told that the hyaluronadaise is a nasty drug and should be avoided if I am having problems.

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