Cause of Allergic Reaction to Restylane?

May 21, 2008
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Does developing granulomas a month after Restylane injections indicate an allergic reaction to the protein that binds it?  Would Radiesse be a safer alternative?

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November 12, 2010

Answer: Allergic to Restylane?

Harold J. Kaplan, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
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November 12, 2010

Answer: Allergic to Restylane?

Harold J. Kaplan, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
October 25, 2009

Answer: Granuloma formation rare after Restylane or Juvederm filler injection

William Ting, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
October 25, 2009

Answer: Granuloma formation rare after Restylane or Juvederm filler injection

William Ting, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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July 31, 2018

Answer: It’s very rare to have an allergic reaction to hyaluronic acid fillers, such as Restylane or Juvederm.

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July 31, 2018

Answer: It’s very rare to have an allergic reaction to hyaluronic acid fillers, such as Restylane or Juvederm.

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April 10, 2017

Answer: Cause of Allergic Reaction to Restylane?

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April 14, 2016

Answer: A granuloma is not an allergy

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Steven F. Weiner, MDBoard Certified Otolaryngologist
April 14, 2016

Answer: A granuloma is not an allergy

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Steven F. Weiner, MDBoard Certified Otolaryngologist

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