Would my autoimmune disease be a prohibitive factor in getting toxins and fillers?

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I have rheumatoid arthritis and am 34 years old and am on Humira. I have been considering possibly getting some filler for my lips and nose (Irish bump), also some Botox or Dysport for some fine lines. Would my autoimmune disease be a prohibitive factor in getting these? It there something else I should be considering that isn’t as impactful on my health?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

You may still be able to use fillers, such as hyaluronic acid fillers. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a facial sculpting expert to go over your desired results and recommendations. Best, Dr. Emer

Anteneh Roba, MD · Answer

As far as I know there are no contraindications to using fillers in people with autoimmune diseases. Beware, you are at higher risk for infections . Stick to Hyaluronic acid fillers, less immune response to them ? And easy to dissolve if problems arise

Steven F. Weiner, MD · Answer

Even with autoimmune disease, you can still have fillers and neuromodulators. You are at a higher risk of developing granulomas and nodules. Therefore, it is not recommended that you get injected with non HA filler. Collagen stimulating fillers such as Radiesse, Sculptra, and Bellafill are the highest risk for developing nodules and granulomas with an autoimmune disease and you must stay away from these. The immune system is on overdrive in your body and overproduction or abnormal production of collagen or immune response to PLLA, PMMA, or Ca hydroxyapatite is possible.

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