Can you do cosmetic treatments such as HIFU or RF skin tightening, micro peels, Botox & fillers when you have cancer?

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I was recently diagnosed with Colon Cancer and will be having surgery in the next 3-4 weeks - Chemo may happen but will not be until I am healed from surgery (approx 6-8 weeks) Can you continue to do cosmetic treatments during this time such as HIFU or RF skin tightening such as Fotona 4D, Botox and/or fillers? What about PRP for eyes? During this difficult time of life I would like to keep up with some approved treatments to ensure I feel and look my best while going through this battle.

Michael A. Persky, MD · Answer

Hello DLD,
So sorry to hear of your cancer diagnosis.  Wishing you a rapid complete recovery and cure!  You can continue to do cosmetic treatments outlined in your question during this trying time.  I would stay away from Sculptra injections or any other treatments that stimulate your immune system.  Good luck with the battle, you sound like a warrior who is best suited to come through this well.  Praying for you complete cure!!!!
Michael Persky, MD
Encino, CA

Bernard Tan, MBBS, MRCSB · Answer

Sorry to hear what you are going through. Ultherapy is safe and can be performed even if you are undergoing treatment for cancer.

Using MicroFocused Ultrasound with Visualisation (“MFU-V”), the Ulthera device delivers ultrasound energy to the deeper layers of skin to generate focal areas of heating known as Thermal Coagulation Points. Collagen rich layers of the skin- such as the superficial musculoaponeurotic system (“SMAS”) and deep dermis are targeted. The treatment causes existing collagen to contract and triggers new collagen production- as evidenced by immediate skin tightening that further improves over the next 2-3 months. Using the patented DeepSEE® technology, the Ulthera system provides real-time ultrasound visualization of the skin down to 8mm, allowing practitioners to deliver the treatment at the optimal tissue depth and avoid injuring structures such as blood vessels or bone.

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