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My bruising seems to be getting worse after 3 days. Should I be concerned?

Lynne AungstMay 3, 2015
I am a 65 year old who had Restylane injections in my lips 3 days ago. The bruising seems to be spreading along the lips and underneath the lip. What can I do, and , should I be concerned?

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Dr. Purvisha Patel, MD
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