I had my last round of juvederm on 18 February for NL folds. 2.75 vials. This week I noticed a small hard bump near my nose. At this point it,s not visible, but feels very hard. I just hope it does not get bigger. Should I go to see the Dr and pay 400+ dollars just for the consult or wait to see how it evolves? Any advice would be welcome. I wonder whether this is an allergic reaction as I've had headaches and watery eyes ever since the fillers but claritin seems to lessen all those symptoms.
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It is common to bruise after lip injections due to the increase in blood vessels in the area. It is not common to bruise as much as your photos show, although it sometimes happens even to the best injectors. You should have been educated, prior to your treatment, that certain products such...
You may have vascular compromise and need to see your physician. It may also just be bruising but this is hard to tell from a photo. Best, Dr. Emer.
Juvederm is a great filler especially in the lips. If you still feel a lump after several days please consult a dermatologist about having Vitrase injected into the area to dissolve the lump. It is always best to consult a board certified dermatologist for the best cosmetic results.