Is it safe to get Botox or fillers if you have autoimmune condition?

Hi Thanks for your question.
In general, there is a possibility that cosmetic Botox or dermal fillers could trigger an immune response in individuals with autoimmune diseases. However, the risk and potential impact can vary depending on the specific autoimmune disease and its activity level, as well as the type and location of the cosmetic procedure.
Some autoimmune diseases are associated with an overactive immune response, which can potentially increase the risk of complications or adverse reactions to cosmetic procedures. Additionally, certain medications used to treat autoimmune diseases can also affect the immune system and interact with cosmetic treatments.
It is important to make an appointment with a doctor expert in aesthetic medicine to discuss your concerns and possible therapeutic plan.
Regards,
Dr Giuseppe Fiore

While there is no direct evidence to suggest that Botox or fillers can trigger or worsen alopecia areata, it's important to consider the overall impact on your immune system. Some autoimmune diseases involve an overactive immune response, and any intervention that affects the immune system may potentially have an impact on your condition. It's crucial to discuss this with your healthcare provider to assess the potential risks and benefits in your specific case.

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Thank you for your question! At our practice we offer Cellenis Derma PRP as an alternative to traditional dermal fillers. This is a natural volumizer, supports skin revitalization, increases collagen, gives skin its structure, and improves skin tone and texture. This is a natural option opposed to other fillers because it is made from your own blood / biologic factors. Throughout the process of heating and cooling the PRP from your blood is turned into a gel that is used as filler. This is FDA cleared, has 10 years of research, sterile, no risks of allergic reactions, and ideal for immune compromised patients.

Hello and thank you for the question. Generally speaking, if you have an autoimmune condition and are on any immunosuppressant medications, this would increase your risk of infection/complication with any injectable treatment. While Botox is generally deemed safe in autoimmune conditions, some studies do suggest it can exacerbate autoimmunity in general. I would recommend a discussion with a board certified rheumatologist prior to initiating any treatments.

Thank you for sharing your question. I have not seen any problems treating patients who have autoimmune diseases. Check with your rheumatologist first to be certain.
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Hello and thank you for your question. Yes, it is safe to do Botox and Filler if you have alopecia areata.

Hi Steven_gq,
Thank you for your question. Generally speaking, autoimmune conditions are not necessarily a contraindication to cosmetic Botox or fillers. That being said, it is very important to make your doctor or injector aware of any underlying medical conditions you may have prior to undergoing any intervention.
Hope this helps!

Thank you for your question. Botox is safer in auto-immune conditions such as alopecia however is contraindicated with neuromuscular disease such as myasthenia gravis. Filler requires more care in aut-immune conditions such as Lupus which may cause inflammatory reaction since filler can act as a foreign substance. Thank you.

There is no definitive answer to your question. The official instructions for neuromodulators and fillers list autoimmune conditions as a contraindication, but some patients with skin lupus and psoriasis (other autoimmune diseases) have received fillers and fillers without any concerns or side effects. Additionally, Botox has been shown to be helpful in treating androgenetic alopecia, and there was a case report of hair regrowth in alopecia areata presented as a poster at a dermatology conference. A clinical study was conducted on this topic in Canada, but the results were not officially published or widely known, so there is no definitive outcome. However, again, there is no right answer to your question, and it should be discussed between you and your doctor.

All the best,
Dr. K

Hi, thank you for your question! Botox and Filler should not affect this autoimmune disease. I have had patients receive botox and fillers with Alopecia Areata and it has not caused a response.