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Can I still have Kybella injections, having had Hep A in my younger years?

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suzannembJan 5, 2017
I had Hepatitis A as a young teen from infected food (there was an outbreak at the restaurant we had eaten in on family vacation). I am pretty sure it was Hep A as when I was pregnant I was unsure of which one I had had and there was concern I could pass it on to my child. Fortunately, the blood tests showed no such thing. Can I still have Kybella injections, as my "liver disease" was temporary? I am going tomorrow, January 6, so a quick response would be appreciated. Thanks!

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