Crohn's Disease, Juvederm & Inflammatory Response

Question

I'm scheduled next week for my first treatment with Juvederm, I'm using Juvederm for my vertical lips lines, smile lines and possible folds. So here is my question, I have Crohns and while I know Juvderm is not contraindicated, am I more at risk for any type of abnormal inflammatory response at the injection sites? Thank you.

Ron Shelton, MD · Answer

I have not had issues with patients with Crohn's disease and the injections of fillers such as Restylane, Juvederm or Radiesse. There is no correclation with autoimmune or inflammatory conditions and the injections of fillers.

Michael A. Persky, MD · Answer

Hi CR girl,

	I would not expect you to have an increased inflammatory reaction to Juvederm due to your Crohn's disease.  Definitely discuss this with your injecting physician.

	Be well and good luck.

	Dr. P

Benjamin Barankin, MD, FRCPC · Answer

There are no reports of problems injecting hyaluronic acid fillers such as juvederm or restylane into patients with Crohn's disease. Many of us have done this without any issues. To minimize any risks, ensure that you are seeing an expert injector such as a dermatologist or plastic surgeon.

Gary Goldenberg, MD · Answer

There should be no interaction between your CD and juvederm injection. But I wouldn't do it unless your CD is stable.

Deason Dunagan, MD (in memoriam) · Answer

I believe that you will be okay. I have injected patients with Crohn's with Juvederm successfully and while I do believe you're correct that it's theoretically possible to have an abnormal inflammatory response, it hasn't been a problem in my experience.

Crohn's Disease, Juvederm & Inflammatory Response

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