Had juvaderm injected into cheecks two months ago. Experienced extreme swelling under the eyes. Dr has been injecting small doses of cortisone under the eyes. The swelling has gone done but I still have enough swelling under the eyes that it's still uncomfortable. Dr says Its an allergic reaction because she didn't inject under eyes. She says that if they try to remove it it may still stay swollen. What other steps can I take?
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October 25, 2020
Answer: Puffiness under the eye from cheek injection.
Thank you for your question. It is not recommended to have injections when you are pregnant. I would be surprised if you found a clinic that would inject a pregnant person. Best,
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