Does HA Mimic Estrogens, Inducing Hot Flashes? Mine Started Again After Juvederm.

Question

Hot flashes, weight gain and fatigue started again almost immediately after juvederm treatment, and I had been finished with menopause symptoms for a couple of years. Does juvederm contain estrogen-like substances?

Ron Shelton, MD · Answer

I am not aware of any reason to have any systemic responses to hyaluronic acid fillers such as REstylane or Juvederm. These are naturally found substances in the human body. There are no hormones.

Grant Stevens, MD · Answer

Greetings~

	I've never heard or read about a correlation between the two.  Most likely I would attribute this to 'strange coincidence', but as the others have suggested, I would certainly follow up with your GYN to see what else may be contributing to your hot flashes.

	 

	Good luck~

	Dr. Grant Stevens

Jo Herzog, MD · Answer

Hotflash, I have never heard of such a relationship. My best guess is that this is a coincidence.  I would see my GYN and have them evaluate what might be going on.

Peter A. Aldea, MD · Answer

Hyaluronic Acid, the active ingredient in Juvederm, Restylane and Perlane does NOT have any hormonal properties of any kind. As a result it cannot induce hot flashes or prevent them. You may want to see your GYN.

	Dr. Peter A Aldea

David A. Bray, Sr., MD · Answer

I have never heard of this issue, Your doctor should contact his Allergan rep for information. You also need to talk to your gyn.

Does HA Mimic Estrogens, Inducing Hot Flashes? Mine Started Again After Juvederm.

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