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Had Voluma on cheeks (.30 right .45 left) 1 month ago. Did the migration cause infection?

bqbJul 16, 2018
Had voluma on cheeks (.30 right .45 left) 1 month ago. my left cheek became more swollen than right and developed a lump. Ultrasound says it’s migrated filler. Is this infection? Swollen lymph nodes mandibular area left. Was given steroids 1st 2 weeks then antibiotics 3rd week then hyaluronidase with antibiotics 4th week. Got an eye abscess on third week bec of low immune system caused by steroids. Really regret doing voluma.

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Jason Emer, MD

If you're unhappy with your final results, you can have it reversed with hyaluronidase and try a different technique next time. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

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Not necessarily. If you're unhappy with your final results, you can have it reversed with hyaluronidase and try a different technique next time. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

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Thank you for sharing your question.  Biofilm reactions can be difficult to eradicate due to bacteria being present anywhere filler remains.  Until the filler is appropriately dissolved, and antibiotic therapy appropriately targeted, it may persist for a very long time.  After such a long peri...

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Hi @CandleLitSmile! You are able to get these treatments done on the same day. I would recommend the IPL treatment first. Best of luck to you, Dr. Nima!

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