Juvederm volift- side effects?

Question

I had juvederm volift injected into the nasalabial folds and mid cheek. During procedure the doc ( oculiplastic surgeon ) injected accidentally a little under my eye, and wont admit too it, post injection for 3 days I had mild flu symptoms,constant pressure faint throbing around the eye area, temples and the area under the eyebrow and blurred vision. Day 4 all feels normal, but i' m scared, can symptoms return? Can the filler migrate to my eyes/ brain? Could i have vision problem/ blindness?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

It is extremely rare that Juvederm causes systemic reactions and any issue around the eyes would occur almost immediately.  It sounds as if you have something else going on which would require an ENT or neurology evaluation.  I suggest starting there.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Dmitriy Schwarzburg, MD · Answer

The side effects of proper injection include some degree of bruising, swelling, etc. As always, if you feel any discomfort, contact your doctor to get advice. Flu symptoms are not associated with fillers. Effect in vision is already very rare. Please contact a qualified provider or a board-certified physician with extensive experience in these procedures.

Alex Eshaghian, MD, PhD · Answer

Thank you for
your question NatashaZ. I understand your concern. Vollure is a
hyaluronic acid filler designed to enhance the appearance of wrinkles and folds
on the face. We numb our patients using numbing cream prior to treatments and sometimes when a person is numb it can feel like product is being placed in areas that it is not. Flu-like symptoms are not associated with fillers but some people get ill coincidentally at around the same time as a filler treatment. I refer my patients who are ill to their general physician. Please
consult with a doctor for specific recommendations. Good luck!

Juvederm volift- side effects?

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