Hello, I'm in Cape Town and am nearing the end of my stay. I've been very interested in trying out lip fillers and was recommended a great surgeon here - he said it would be a 10 minute procedure and it's 500$ less to try it out while I'm overseas. However, I've been a little sick with a sinus infection. My timeline is dwindling and I have only a few days to make my appointment; are there significant risks to getting this kind of injection while still recovering from an illness?
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The medicines you're taking ( Ranitidine, Loratadine and the inhaler) have no effect on the lip injection procedure. The medicines to avoid are those that increase the risk of bleeding and bruising. These include Aspirin, Aspirin-containing products (such a Anacin, Excedrin and Alka...
Hello! If you are a minor you should NOT do it without your parents consent (nor can you, legally). Any injectable has the potential to cause bruising and swelling. Be honest with them and respect their decisions, if you are a minor they have legal authority over medical decisions for you. Good ...
The lips swell easily after injections and some swelling is almost inevitable. There are different techniques for injecting the lips for achieving fuller lips. I would recommend sharing your concerns re: swelling with your doctor so that the doctor can advise you regarding the...