Does my BBL affect intramuscular injections in the future?

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I had a BBL seven years ago. Im now going through IVF and need to give myself intramuscular injections everyday for 3 months in my buttocks. (The injections are progesterone in oil.) Does the fact that I have a bbl affect anything with my shots? Is it still safe to do them in my buttocks or do I need to choose a different location?

Ghassan Mehio, MD · Answer

Because it adds more fat beneath your skin, a BBL can make your buttocks muscles harder to reach. Your doctor may suggest having your first injection with the help of ultrasound. An ultrasound-assisted injection will allow your care team to visualize the needle and make sure it reaches into your muscles. If it does, you can proceed to give yourself shots. If it doesn’t, your doctor may suggest using a longer needle or recommend an alternative injection site. 
To make life easier, consider talking to the surgeon who performed your BBL first. They may know whether IM injections will be an issue or not based on how much fat they grafted.

Morad Askari, MD, MBA · Answer

Thank you for your question. BBL seven years ago does not prevent receiving intramuscular injections in your buttocks because fat is transferred to the buttocks and is placed either in the subcutaneous tissue so the gluteal muscles should remain unaffected and suitable for intramuscular injections. However, depending on the amount of fat grafted, there may be a thicker fat layer overlying the muscle, which could require a longer needle to ensure that the medication reaches the muscle. Inform your provider about your BBL so they may recommend using imaging, such as ultrasound guidance, to ensure the injections are placed in the muscle. If your provider determines that the buttocks are not ideal for injections due to the thickness of the fat layer, they may suggest alternative sites, such as the thigh or the deltoid. Also, watch for signs of improper injection, such as lumps, redness, or pain at the injection site, as these may indicate that the medication did not reach the muscle effectively.

Agustina Hilario Duran, MD · Answer

Hi! Thanks for your question. Having had a BBL does not necessarily make intramuscular injections unsafe, but it can complicate the process. A BBL involves transferring fat into the buttocks, which can alter the anatomy and reduce the availability of ideal muscle areas for injections. It’s crucial to:
Consult your doctor: Inform them about your BBL so they can assess whether there’s sufficient muscle tissue for the injections.Use ultrasound guidance: Some clinics offer this to ensure the injection is placed correctly into the muscle.Consider alternative sites: If the muscle in the buttocks isn’t easily accessible, your doctor may recommend another intramuscular site, like the thigh.Always follow your fertility specialist’s recommendations for the safest approach.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear brantford23,
BBL should have no effect on your intramuscular injections. If you have any issues, then you can consult your plastic surgeon or ob/gyn. 
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Luis A. Mejia, MD · Answer

Dear brantford23, thanks for sharing your concerns, In general, a gluteal lipotransfer (or gluteal lipoinjection) should not be affected by the application of progesterone injections years after the procedure. However, consult with your plastic surgeon and keep medical monitoring.
Make sure you go on consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon. Hope this helps and best of lucks. Dr. Luis Mejia.

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