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While Botox is fine to do after MRSA, I would be a little concerned about fillers as they have a longer life and can attract and retain bacteria. Whatever the case, run it by your surgeon and see what they say. Good luck!
I agree that Botox or other botulinum toxin injections is not a problem in this setting. Prior to filler injections use of Bactroban ointment in the nose and/or a course of antibiotics by mouth may be appropriate. I typically treat each case individually and seek the opinion of an infectious disease specialist for guidance as to the safest approach to use in this scenario.
I would certainly let your Physician know about the circumstance and make sure that he/she is comfortable with treating you. If your infection has been successfully treated, I would recommend that you rinse with Hibiclens soap the night before and the day of your procedure. The types of antibiotics you would need for MRSA are not the kind you would necessarily take prophylactically. These days, because of the prevalence of community acquired MRSA, I clean all filler treatment areas with Hibiclens
You can get fillers and Botox despite your recent infection. Unfortunately, MRSA is fairly common now a days.
it would be wise for you to be on antibiotic prophylaxis just prior to the injection and and 2 days after. If you were cleared of your MRSA infection then this can be done relatively safely. Simply make your Dr. aware of the situation.Chase Lay, MDDouble board-certified facial plastic surgeon
Botox is ok but I would consider using antibiotics that are appropriate. Be sure and inform you PHYSICIAN injector. Seek advice from a dermatologist or a plastic surgeon. You will be fine with Botox. Fillers worry me and you should avoid fillers for at least 2 years in my opinion. If you are then MSRA free and healthy you can have fillers but again with the cover of appropriate antibiotics. My Best, Dr C
I have never seen a Botox injection cause any permanent discoloration. It is not uncommon to have some temporary redness but I have not seen any pigmentation changes occur. If you haven't already, you might see the physician who treated you so that you can be examined.
Sometimes a headache can develop after a BOTOX injection. If that is the case, unfortunately all you can do is wait it out. Treat your headache with the meds that you normally use when you get a headache. Advil is OK if that works for you
Botox should be safe in your case, but you should ask the doctor that will be performing the treatment. Also, you need to get your blood pressure under control as this will potentially have serious consequences down the road. Take care, Dr. Groff
Botox will help soften lines on the forehead, depending on how strong your muscle movement will determine how many units you would benefit from. If your wrinkles are very deep to start, it may require a few rounds of Botox to smooth out the lines, up to 2 yrs of regular injections.
Its best you schedule an in-person consult to be fully evaluated, there are many options to correct or minimize under eye bags like Botox, fillers or blepharoplasty
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