Is there something I can do to treat the lumpy nodule that appeared after Kybella treatment?

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After 6 weeks I noticed a visible nodule in the submental region. My Dr said to me that this lumpy nodule will be cleared from my body, but some time take month for the nodule fully disappear. This is very uncomfortable because you can see the irregularity in the countour of my face. There is something that I can do for this nodule to disappear faster?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Lymphatic massage may give improvement. It will take several weeks for final results with Kybella and it will need a combination approach. For best results with Kybella, I recommend a combination approach with thermage, ultherapy, exilis. VASER liposuction in combination with ThermiRF is an alternative for contouring the chin, if you're a candidate. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Muhammad Mirza, MD (license suspended) · Answer

Thank you for your question! This should subside, but be sure to have an examination. I would suggest following up with your injector regarding how to proceed.

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

This can be typical and should resolve in time. Kybella take 1-3 treatments every 6 weeks.  Patient will develop swelling and possible bruising after each injection that may last a few days.  The benefit of Kybella is each treatment is quick and completed in the office. However, some patients need more than one treatment to get desired results.

Center for Aesthetics and Plastic Surgery - Grand Rapids · Answer

Hello there! Lumps can occur after fat destruction, and typically they resolve after a month or two. Your provider may have interventions available to help speed up the process in the meantime. We often follow Kybella with a few gentle applications of Cellutone to decrease inflammation and speed up recovery/fat reduction. If this has not resolved after 8 weeks, I would definitely discuss this with your provider. Good luck! Sarah RN BSN

Susan Longar, MD · Answer

Hi natynatynaty,
Thank you for your question!  The lump, if caused by Kybella, will resolve on its own.  Gentle massage can help smooth it out and can be repeated several times through out the day.  Lots of times little "scar" nodules form in the treated area, they can take time to "heal".  Keep your follow-up appointments with your injector, there are interventions that can be done in the office to help speed up the healing, (cortisone injections could possibly help) but time really is the greatest healer in this situation.  
Best wishes!

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