I used the hyaluron pen at home injecting hyaluronic serum on my lips. My lips are very swollen and I’m not sure if I should go to the hospital. Please help!
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September 15, 2020
Answer: Hyaluronic Acid Filler Injections at home -- NEVER
It is generally recommended to avoid any elective treatments, including injectable fillers, in women who are pregnant or breast feeding. Having a filler treatment a few months prior to becoming pregnant should not cause any issues.
There are minimal increased risks for fillers. Bruising could potentially be more significant. For any type of surgery you will need to get surgical clearance from your hematologist before proceeding.
For unique cases where a variety of modalities could be used to treat the condition, I would suggest an in person or virtual consultation to develop a custom and effective treatment plan. It is difficult to precisely define the best option without collecting the same information. I suggest...