3 weeks ago I had my dermatologist inject a small amount of Voluma in temple and about .1cc under each eye on my cheek bone. Immediately a soft lump appeared at the injection site under my right eye. A couple days later the entire under eye area swelled up, the bump was still there. Had two treatments of Vitrase ,the bump disappeared but swelling was still there. The swelling is the worst in the morning. Is this edema? And how soon will this go away?
December 17, 2015
Answer: Is swelling under eye from the Voluma filler or edema? Thank you for your question and I am sorry to hear of your issue after Voluma treatment. Based on your narrative, it does appear that the swelling you are seeing is edema. It is very common in the thin skin of the lower eyelid and upper cheek that injections will result in swelling to the tissues. This swelling is temporary and should resolve quickly over the next several days. This swelling after injections is hallmarked by worsening in the early morning after awakening and steadily improving over the course of the day. In order to limit your swelling, maintain your head elevated at night with an extra pillow or two behind your back. Hope this helps.
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December 17, 2015
Answer: Is swelling under eye from the Voluma filler or edema? Thank you for your question and I am sorry to hear of your issue after Voluma treatment. Based on your narrative, it does appear that the swelling you are seeing is edema. It is very common in the thin skin of the lower eyelid and upper cheek that injections will result in swelling to the tissues. This swelling is temporary and should resolve quickly over the next several days. This swelling after injections is hallmarked by worsening in the early morning after awakening and steadily improving over the course of the day. In order to limit your swelling, maintain your head elevated at night with an extra pillow or two behind your back. Hope this helps.
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Answer: Voluma and lumps Voluma is a fabulous product but really meant for the mid-face. I have seen too many side effects from Voluma injected under the eyes. I would definitely return to your treating physician. It sounds as if you may need more Vitrase injected in this area. Best, Dr. Green
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Answer: Voluma and lumps Voluma is a fabulous product but really meant for the mid-face. I have seen too many side effects from Voluma injected under the eyes. I would definitely return to your treating physician. It sounds as if you may need more Vitrase injected in this area. Best, Dr. Green
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