I'd like to have 1-2 vials of Sculptra injected, but have a mild autoimmune disease (alopecia areata). It usually only causes 1 small coin-sized patch of hair loss when it flares up. I am otherwise healthy, but am concerned because Sculptra is contraindicated in patients with autoimmune disease. Is Sculptra contraindicated in ALL cases of autoimmune disease, or generally just the most severe? Would it likely cause disease flare-ups, or otherwise be harmful in my case?
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Answer: Best Sculptra Injectors...Is Sculptra an option if you have a mild autoimmune disease?
Guidelines are simply that- guidelines. Each person should be evaluated based on their individual needs and goals. The one vial for every ten years just helps give patients an idea of what they may expect from a recommendation standpoint during a consultation.
Hello and thank you for your question! Once you have achieved your desired correction it is best to schedule a follow up in 6 months to a year to review photos and see if any additional vials will be needed. There will be continued volume loss as you age so the amount needed every year may vary....
Hi J,
Sculptra is very safe for the inner thighs. Unfortunately liposuction of the body can leave lumpy bumpy surface, though one looks better in clothes, not so without clothes on. Sculptra acts to biologically stimulate volume while Kybella destroys fat cells decreasing volume. I would...
