Can you use kybella to fix a "buffalo hump" and will it work? Is it safe? How many treatments would I need to see results?

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I have what is called a buffalo hump on my neck-back area ( just a small hump) I was told that even tho kybella is not approved for this area that it actually does a really nice job and it's done very evenly/ works well. I guess I would love to hear other doctors opinions/experience on using kybella to treat this area instead of liposuction. Also, if you do have experience with kybella on this area how many treatments do you think it would take me to see any results. Thank you all for your help!

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

I find that VASER liposuction is the best for getting improvement for buffalo humps. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a body contouring expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Aldo Guerra, MD · Answer

Hello Kayla.Kybella should work. It's not FDA approved in this anatomic location - so how well it works and the time it will take to work are not known (it has not been studied). You should consult with a dermatologist or plastic surgeon about your options.Best wishes, Dr. ALDO :)

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

Kybella could potentially be used to treat a "buffalo hump" but it would be considered an off-label use of the product.  The size of the hump would determine how many vials would be needed per treatment and how many treatments might be needed.  You mentioned you felt yours was small, so I would say it is possible it could take 2-4 treatment sessions.  An examination would really be needed to give you more precise advice.

Alex Eshaghian, MD, PhD · Answer

Thank you for
your question 22kayla22. Kybella is
the first and thus-far only FDA-approved non-surgical injectable treatment for
the double chin. A buffalo hump is located on the back of the neck and is associated with certain endocrine abnormalities. The cause of the buffalo hump should be determined for best treatment. Currently Kybella is only indicated for the double chin. However some doctors use it off-label in other areas. I do not have experience in off-label use of Kybella. Please
consult with a doctor for specific recommendations. Good luck!

Melanie L. Petro, MD · Answer

It would be "off label" but we certainly use it in areas other than the submental area with excellent results.If it could be debulked with Coolsculpting you would have less swelling & require less kybella treatments.

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