I have had fillers for 7 years, including Voluma, Juvederm XC, and Restylane Silk, with no issues. After being injected with Volbella last year, approximately 4 months later, I simultaneously developed 4 granulomas. After taking steroids followed by Doxycycline, the granulomas are still there, but much flatter and smaller. My question is whether I can have dermal fillers (no more Volbella!) again at a future date, or will my immune system respond by creating more granulomas?? Please advise!!
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Answer: Granuloma with Volbella--Kenalog, 5/FU steroids
I think it would be unusual for the Volbella to create this problem as it is one of the thinnest fillers on the market, intended to be injected superficially. As I have no idea of the pigmentation of the under eye skin prior to your treatment, its hard to determine that the Volbella is the...
Granulomas are inflammatory nodules that can develop as a reaction to dermal filler injections, including Volbella. Treating granulomas typically involves a multi-step approach aimed at reducing inflammation, resolving the granuloma, and improving the appearance of the affected area. Here's a...
Fullness of the lips created by a hyaluronic acid may be perceived as stiffness. It is a thick gel and it is injected into very small area. That's why it creates the feeling.