Do Restylane Injections Cause Cold Sores?

April 17, 2008
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Why do I need to tell my doctor that I tend to get cold sores if I want Restylane injections for lip augmentation?

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February 10, 2009

Answer: Facial fillers, laser, chemical peels, or surgery can initiate a herpetic attack

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February 10, 2009

Answer: Facial fillers, laser, chemical peels, or surgery can initiate a herpetic attack

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July 31, 2018

Answer: Cold sores are caused when dormant viruses living in nerve cells are activated.

July 31, 2018

Answer: Cold sores are caused when dormant viruses living in nerve cells are activated.

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