Discolored red line developed under eye after tear trough injection 2 weeks after procedure. Can I get a 2nd opinion? (photos)

Question

May 16th I received Restylane filler in my tear troughs with cannula method. Had hardly any swelling or discoloration/bruising around eyes. Under my right eye I developed a reddish discolored line and there is a an aching feeling on the area. I was worried of an infection, so May 31st visited with my provider assured me not infection. I’m wondering if filler was placed too low and why discoloration is happening so late? Should the filler dissolved? Is this discoloration permanent?

Julia Ann Sullivan Miller, MD · Answer

Without a photo of what the area looked like before the injection, it is difficult to completely assess the cause and possible treatment of your complaint.  I would recommend going back to your doctor to discuss your concern and bring preprocedure pictures if possible.  Good luck

Muhammad Mirza, MD (license suspended) · Answer

Thank you for your question.  The discolored red line should fade away but you may need to follow up with your physician and express your concerns.  All the best.

Danielle Shanley, MD · Answer

Hi,
Thank you for your question. Unfortunately without a before photo it's hard to determine if this is related to filler or not. Now that it's been over a month, I recommend revisiting the concern with your service provider. They should have before photos which they can use to compare to your current photos. This will give insight on if and why this was related to your filler treatment. Good luck.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

I'm sorry you are having issues after your filler treatment.  It is hard to comment on what happened without before photos or knowing more about the injections sites.  However, the discoloration you are noticing is likely due to the filler.  It should resolve if you have the filler dissolved.  I encourage you to meet again with your injector to further discuss your concerns.

Chad Robbins, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question and photo's.   It looks like a small broken capillary from your photo's which can happen from a needle .   It may or may not fade, only time will tell.

Discolored red line developed under eye after tear trough injection 2 weeks after procedure. Can I get a 2nd opinion? (photos)

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Discolored red line developed under eye after tear trough injection 2 weeks after procedure. Can I get a 2nd opinion? (photos)

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