Hard lump in under chin 9 weeks post Kybella. Is this normal? (photo)

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I am a thin and healthy 36 yr old. I only had a very small amount of fat, so doctor recommended i do 3 vials and only 1 treatment. I am now 9 weeks after Kybella and there is a hard lump in my under chin area. It appears more swollen in the mornings and is a little sensitive when i press it. When I yawn for example, I can feel it. I also see it protrude when i lift my head all the way up. I am not back to baseline because of this. Is this normal and how long more will this lump take to resolve?

Nick Slenkovich, MD · Answer

Kybella swelling typically occurs immediately after the treatment, however, some patients will experience some tender lumps or bumps, the lumps that you are noticing are the destroyed fat cells that have clustered together. After 4- 6 weeks, your body will eliminate and continue to melt away the lumps of fat. It is important to be patient with the area and contact your provider if you have any questions or concerns.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

This isn't typical after 9 weeks. I recommend following up with your Doctor. Keep in mind, Kybella usually requires a series of treatments. For best results with Kybella, I recommend a combination approach with thermage, ultherapy, exilis. VASER liposuction in combination with ThermiRF is an alternative for contouring the chin, if you're a candidate. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

By now most lumps should be gone or nearly gone. Some can persist beyond 2 months but again, should be better. Without actually seeing or doing an exam it is difficult to know why it is persisting. Easy massage can help. You should return to the provider who did the procedure and see what they say. IF it stays the same or if it gets worse you should see your provider right away.

Selena Lantry, MD · Answer

While many patients experience a hard lump at the injection site following a Kybella treatment, the fact that you still have this lump 9 weeks after an injection is not normal.  I would recommend following up with your doctor to talk about the ongoing side effects you are experiencing.

Georgios Ziakas, MD, FACS · Answer

Kybella causes an inflammatory response that takes several weeks to resolve and the time may vary from person to person. You should follow up with your surgeon for evaluation.

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