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Can the strain of vomiting damage juvederm lips? I noticed sudden onset bruising after an episode of vomiting 14 days post injec

kelseyosheaMay 25, 2018
Is it possible I could have broken blood vessels while straining while vomiting? I got juvederm xc 1cc injected into lips 14 days ago. Tonight I had an episode of vomiting and I noticed that my lips were becoming purple and developing bruises. Should I be concerned? 

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Monika Soni, MD

Juvederm has significant swelling post injection. I would follow up with you plastic surgeon but typically I tell all my patients to wait a full two weeks.  Generally at 2 weeks they are happy and glad they didn't dissolve.  Dissolving is unpredictable as well.

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Michael I. Echavez, MD

I would recommend waiting at least a week after your Juvederm cheek filler before having a better idea of your results.  It is not unusual to have swelling for a few days after the injection and your swelling will improve with more time.  

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Stanley Kovak, MD

Thank you for your question. All of the symptoms you are experiencing are normal and very common with lip fillers. You should wait a full two weeks before assessing whether you are satisfied with the final result. You can use ice packs to help the swelling subside. Be sure to contact your p...

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