With Lupus, is It Ok to Have a Chin Implant Put In, As Lupus Doesn't Like Foreign Objects?

July 9, 2011
Asked By:DaTopIsLonely in New york

My Rhuemy said it was okay for me to have rhinoplasty, but I have not asked about a chin implant. Diagnosed in November, I am doing quite well with my Lupus, I now function as i have before. I take plaquenil 200mg 2x a day. I have looked online and have heard that lupus does not like foreign objects. I don't want to take a chance if my body will reject the implant. Is it possible that I will get an infection, or rejection of some kind?

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July 14, 2011

Answer: Chin implant and lupus

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September 1, 2015

Answer: In general, silicone chin implants do not exacerbate autoimmune diseases.

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September 1, 2015

Answer: In general, silicone chin implants do not exacerbate autoimmune diseases.

Eric M. Joseph, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
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July 12, 2011

Answer: Chin Implant in Patient with Lupus

July 12, 2011

Answer: Chin Implant in Patient with Lupus

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