I had dermal fillers (.5ml) in my cheeks and fainted. Could this have been an allergic reaction?

October 18, 2017
Asked By:q1w2 in Richmond, TX

I had dermal fillers (.5ml) in my cheeks and fainted. I apparently stopped breathing. I am not great with needles, but did not feel faint or black out until about 5 minutes after the procedure. Could this have been an allergic reaction?

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October 20, 2017

Answer: Fainting

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October 19, 2017

Answer: Fainting after fillers

October 19, 2017

Answer: Fainting after fillers

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