I have lupus - will doctors still give me a fat transfer?

Yes, you can have fat transfer even though you have lupus. Technique is important with fat transfer. I use water assisted harvesting to get the most viable fat to transfer and mix it with prp and sculptra to improve final results. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a facial sculpting expert. Best, Dr. Emer

I do not recommend getting a fat transfer if you have lupus. Since lupus is an autoimmune disease that can have sever consequences, I would not recommend an invasive procedure such as fat transfer. The procedure and stress of surgery could make the lupus worst. However, I have seen patients that have a history of lupus and have had the surgery without any complications. I just feel the risk is too high.