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Skin Rash Months After Receiving Radiesse - Chevy Chase, MD

  • Not Worth It
  • Cost: $700
  • Chevy Chase, MD

I developed a horrible infection after receiving...

  • 6 Mar 2012

I developed a horrible infection after receiving Radiesse in my nasolabial folds. I received Radiesse in September and 5 months later I still have a rash on one side that won't go away no matter what the dermatologists give me. I had to be on an antiviral medication for a month after the Radiesse because of the viral infection that took over the left side of my face. What a horrible experience. I hope no one else has to go through this.

I've attached a picture of the initial infection. ...

  • 6 Mar 2012
I've attached a picture of the initial infection. Now the bottom part is what remains. It reaches down closer to my chin now.

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I had a terrible experience with Radiesse that is ongoing. Do not use this. It's absolutely not worth it. I have permanent scarring from the infection that was caused as a result of the Radiesse.

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mgirl 4 Sep 2012
Hi, I had Radiesse August 27, 2012. Cost;$1,100. I thought the receiving it was "rough" and I'm not a sissy when it comes to pain. I love right away what I saw, but a two or three days after getting it, I got a cold sore, ( herpes simplex) near my nose and on the outside of my mouth. I do get cold sores occasionally, when I really get a bad cold, or once in awhile when I am under alot of stress! I am wondering if getting these shots in your face was so stressful, it bought my virus to surface???? Have any of you had cold sores and received Radiesse? The office girl who interviewed me, asked me if I get cold sores and I told her, "yes". Maybe this is the problem? I tried everything and nothing has helped. I was told to stop by the Drs. office in 2-3 weeks to let him see how it looks. I will do that....bummed!
AnnaW 26 Aug 2012
Radiesse injected in Nasal Labial folds caused an abcess within 3 weeks at the injection site which was treated with an antibiotic. Never had a problem with previous radiesse injections. I am an allergic person. Does this mean I cannot get Radiesse again?
GerryMinho 10 Nov 2012
Hi so you have had Radiesse and had no side effects? Im an allergic person too. I want to Get it in cheekbones and chin. But Im scared to have all these sideeffects people are talking about. How did your Dr. Do it, does he use injections of anesthesia in your hopee and lower gums first?
Ann in Washington DC 27 Apr 2012
I also plan to go to a doctor in Chevy Chase for my Radiesse. Do you think you could give the name of yours? I understand it is a privacy matter, but perhaps you could just send me an email? Or post approximately where the office is located in Chevy Chase? My doctor's office is located in Chevy Chase Circle.
Mortified 19 Mar 2012
Thank you for this. I will certainly ask about this.
Vigilance 19 Mar 2012
Infection should not be lasting this long. It looks like the injector occluded a vessel and your description sounds as if the tissue in that region is not receiving bloodflow, which may be aiding chance of infection. I do not know if this has been mentioned in the past, but you may want to ask. I do know that the manufacturer offers consulting services with physicians.

Hope this helps and hope you have a swift recovery.
Mortified 9 Mar 2012
I just saw her picture! Wow that infection looks so similar to what I've had. It's awful. I have another doctor's appointment next week.
Megan P (Community Manager) 9 Mar 2012

I thought your pictures looked similar too! I'm glad you had an appointment coming up - please let us know how it goes!

Megan P (Community Manager) 7 Mar 2012

Thank you for posting the photo...I can definitely see why you would be so alarmed and upset by this. Have you been to doctors other than the one who injected you to get opinions on what you can do to help clear up the infection?

Mortified 7 Mar 2012
Yes, I've been to a few. I saw two dermatologists, my regular physician and even a naturopath. The massive red infection from the photo is now an itchy, red, dry area that breaks out. I've was told that it might take a year for the rash that I have to clear. I just hope it's not longer than that.
Megan P (Community Manager) 8 Mar 2012

My goodness...I'm so sorry you are having to deal with this. Please keep us posted on how you are.

Not sure if it would be of interest, but here is a forum post from a person who experienced cellulitis after having Juvederm injections:

Cellulitis from Juvederm

Mortified 6 Mar 2012
The area is really itchy, flaky, with irritated, tiny blisters (they look like acne but have clear fluid inside) and just generally ugly to look at. I'm going to have to add a photo of the initial infection. I just hope it starts to go away soon -- I haven't seen any signs of improvement though. I've tried a variety of medications on it but the only thing that keeps it "calm" is eucalyptus oil right now.
Megan P (Community Manager) 6 Mar 2012

Oh my gosh, I am so sorry to hear what has happened. I'm assuming the infected area hurts too, is that correct?

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