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Side Effects - Redding, CA

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I have been receiving Radiesse in my left cheek...

SammaSeptember 15, 2013
$600
I have been receiving Radiesse in my left cheek area for many years to correct muscle loss from car accident trauma without any side effects. However, this last time I has white bumps at injection site, and was told its from the lidocaine in the Radiesse and it would go away in an hour. When it didn't go away after several hours, I called the office of Craig Kraffert to let Lindsay Miller, PAC know. Her MA asked her, and she told me to massage it. I did so, but the next morning woke up with severe bruising and swelling. I called office back and was told it would go away in a few days, and to take ibuprofen for pain. It is now the 4th day and it is still swollen and bruised. I hope it gets better in next couple of days!

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I realize there are risks involved with injections; however, Lindsay failed to recognize when she hit an artery. Consequently, I was being treated for a possible sinus infection initially. However, when it was evident that wasn't the case, and I called to get help and answers on what was wrong, I was discharged as a patient by the doctor she works under. Its a shame she cannot see what has happened to me.

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GerryMinho
September 16, 2013
Hi! Is Lindsey Miller a Dr?
Samma
September 17, 2013
As I wrote, Lindsay is a PA under Dr. Kraffert.
Samma
September 17, 2013
I saw Lindsay this morning. She gave me antibiotic an see her Thurs if not better.
GerryMinho
September 17, 2013
Ohh! PA means Practitioner Assistant?
Samma
September 18, 2013
No it stands for Physicians Assistsnt
GerryMinho
September 18, 2013
Ohh! Ok. Are you doing better Today? Whats Aquaphor?
Samma
September 18, 2013
Hi - thanks for caring. Aquaphor is a petroleum based ointment - it has soothed the raw dying skin but now trying to get help and answers on stopping the necrosis an blockage from Radiesse in my artery on my cheek. Wish me luck!
GerryMinho
September 19, 2013
Oh my, Hope you find a solution right Away. Lots of luck!
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J Cervone
September 17, 2013
Sammo, Thanks for posting those pictures. The bruises are always a potential effect of injections, are there longer than anyone wants and the good news is, they eventually go away entirely. I like to recommend using gentle warm compresses to increase the circulation in the area to carry off all the blood products under the skin. Hang in there and keep us posted of your progress.
Samma
September 18, 2013
What if my blood flow is blocked? Will hot compresses help reduce restriction? Right now its so raw it hurts to touch - Aquaphor feels good though. In morning I have to wipe it off best I can, put on makeup, and go to the office where I work. Thank you for your reply.
Samma
September 22, 2013
Hi Dr. Cervone: I had an ischemic event - not just bruising and swelling. It is unfortunate that it wasn't recognized right away. Perhaps the necrosis could have been avoided.
J at RS
September 18, 2013

Ouch!  I hope the bruises break down quickly, keep us posted on what happens.  Thanks for sharing :)

Samma
September 22, 2013
Thank you Jill. I am keeping up the posts here, and working on healing.
janet1884
January 14, 2015
Why would you ever go to non board certified for any treatment. I have seen the worst problems with radiesse! Best of luck!
layperson
April 21, 2017
You should seek legal advice, I hope all worked out ok
UPDATED FROM Samma
5 days post

Just keeps getting worse!

SammaSeptember 18, 2013
Today is 6th day since injections. When I took shower my cheek burned! My daughter went to store and got me Aquaphor ointment which has relieved my pain. I believe I need to see a board certified dermatologist to evaluate me further. I want to know whether Lindsay caused an occulation to the blood flow. The daily worsening of my face is indicating more than bruising!

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UPDATED FROM Samma
5 days post

Question for Doctor

SammaSeptember 18, 2013
If my bloodflow is in fact being restricted, what can be done to restore it?

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