Hard lump under chin after Kybella. Will it go away?

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I have one large, hard,slightly tender lump or nodule under my chin the size of a small apricot or prune. I received one vile of Kabella 3 weeks ago. Will this shrink/go away and how long will it take? I'm hesitant to get the second vile although I already paid for it.

Ran Y. Rubinstein, MD · Answer

Its not unusual to have some swelling, tenderness, and lumps under your chin post Kybella injection.This can persist up to 6 to 8 weeks.  I would recommend waiting for your 2nd Kybella treatment after everything has settled down which it will over the next few weeks.  Please follow up with your physician if it persists.

Kouros Azar, MD · Answer

Yes, it is completely normal to have lumps and bumps following your Kybella treatment. It means that is is working. It will dissipate with time. Don't worry.

Alex Eshaghian, MD, PhD · Answer

Thank you for
your question wibubbs. Kybella is
the first and thus-far only FDA-approved non-surgical injectable treatment for
the double chin. Nodules can form after a Kybella treatment and could take up to 2 months for full resolution. Please
consult with a doctor for specific recommendations. Good luck!

Estee Williams, MD · Answer

This is a normal reaction. In my office we offer complimentary ultrasound treatments after Kybella and SculpSure to help smoothen out any lumps, which are uncommon but sometimes do occur. I recommend that you speak with your doctor about what can be offered to help these lumps go down. Best!

Jill C. Fichtel, MD · Answer

Many patients do experience swelling or the sensation of a "bump" in the area where Kybella was injected.  This should improve gradually on its own.  I recommend that you contact your Dermatologist to let them know that you are experiencing this, and seek their specific recommendations.  Most likely, this bump will be completely gone by the time you're ready for your next injection.

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Hard lump under chin after Kybella. Will it go away?

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Answer: Swelling after Kybella - a common side effect

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