Nose has doubled in size after Dysport. Will it stay like this forever? What's the problem?

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I had 36U of Dysport injected in my forehead, crows feet, glabella, as well as just above top lip & nasolabial folds 1 week ago. 3 days after the injection, my nose doubled in size. It feels numb and tingly, and is HUGE. I am devastated as it has changed my entire face, I look like a different person! I called the clinic, they told me it may have been an allergic reaction and to take an antihistamine, I did... no relief. I'm so worried my nose is stuck like this forever :( ! What do I do?! TIA

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and I am sorry you are seeing a reaction like this. Swelling like you describe is extremely unusual and should be followed up with your injector - particularly if OTC antihistamines had no effect. I would see your injector as soon as possible to determine the cause of the swelling and receive additional treatment if necessary.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Short of an allergic reaction, there is no reason why Dysport should impact the size of your nose.  Contact your injector for an evaluation.  If antihistamines were not effective and you are suffering from an allergic reaction, a prescription medication may be necessary.

Muhammad Mirza, MD (license suspended) · Answer

Thank you for your question.  I'm sorry that you are not happy with your results.  Usually swelling occurs after a procedure however, I don't believe that your nose was affected by Dysport.  A consultation with your doctor would be necessary for a proper evaluation.  All the best!

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

An examination of you would be helpful to try and determine the cause of the swelling to your nose after your Dysport treatment.  It is possible that some swelling developed from the process of the injections, and this can travel downward with gravity.  Effects from Dysport are temporary, so I would think that your nose will go back to how it was before the treatment, with more time.  If you feel the swelling is not improving, you should contact the physician who treated you so that you can be evaluated in person.

Mohammed F. Ahmad, MD · Answer

Hello. Thank you for your question. I have never seen Dysport cause results like this. I would go back to your injector and have them look at the area.

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