I have discord lupus, I would like to try Ultherapy. Should I be concerned about the treatment activating my lupus?

There are very few studies on lupus activation and lasers, radiofrequency, and ultrasound treatments. I have been using lasers to treat discount lupus for many years without activation from pulsed dye, RF, ultrasound, and ablative co2 laser.  However, I have not done many of these treatments on systemic lupus.  Although, activation should only be with UV radiation not laser/IR, RF, or ultrasound treatments.  Find a laser expert for treatment/evaluation. Best, Dr. Emer.

I would recommend you see a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in your area for an evaluation.  At my San Antonio Plastic Surgery Office, I have treated patients with autoimmune diseases using Ultherapy and they have not had an aggravation of their autoimmune disease.  You should coordinate any treatment with your Rheumatologist as well.