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Fat loss from steroid injection?

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matthowes
Hello! I am receiving steroid injections for a possible granuloma following filler (ie, dexamethasone, then kenalog if that doesn't work). My surgeon says this may potentially lead to fat loss in the areas of injection. Reading online, it seems this happens in 5-30% of individuals, however spontaneous 'rebuilding' of fat occurs within a year. My surgeon knows nothing about this. Can anyone whether this is true or not? Thank you very much, ~Matt

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