Injecting hyaluronic acid is a very common medical method for plastic surgery. Many women use this method to achieve the purpose of making themselves beautiful. However, some people have some side effects after injecting hyaluronic acid, such as inflammation. , you will feel uncomfortable, so what should you do if you feel uncomfortable after taking hyaluronic acid? What should I do if I have inflammation after hyaluronic acid injection?

1. What to do if there is inflammation after hyaluronic acid injection

Because hyaluronic acid has a long-lasting filling effect, is not easy to induce immune reactions, and can be reversed after overfilling, its clinical application is relatively wide. However, if preoperative preparation is insufficient or the operation is improper, hyaluronic acid injection may sometimes cause adverse reactions.

For example: erythema, pressure ecchymosis, swelling, etc. These are the most common inflammatory reactions after hyaluronic acid injection for cosmetic surgery. So, what are the general treatments for these adverse reactions?

1. Swelling

Because the essence of hyaluronic acid is hyaluronic acid, and hyaluronic acid can bind water molecules, this complication is particularly common. However, if you can apply local ice and elevate your head after the injection, it can help prevent swelling. Severe swelling is related to allergic reactions and severe ecchymosis. At this time, topical corticosteroids and antihistamines can be appropriately used.

2. Erythema

Erythema is very common in hyaluronic acid injection, but severe erythema indicates infection or necrosis, so special attention should be paid to careful observation. For patients with mild erythema that persists, treatment with intense pulsed light or intralesional steroid injection may be considered.

3. Ecchymosis

Generally speaking, it is a self-limiting complication. Its occurrence is related to the size of the needle hole, the injection site and the type of injection. The smaller the needle hole, the less likely it is to develop ecchymosis. And because the skin on the eyelids and lips is relatively thin and tender, the possibility of ecchymosis is relatively increased. In addition, the occurrence of this complication is related to the use of anticoagulants and some foods 2 weeks before treatment. Applying ice and compression to the treated area immediately after surgery can help prevent it.

2. How to care after hyaluronic acid injection

1. Keep the injection site clean and dry. Do not use cosmetics on the entire face for 24 hours after the injection, and keep it away from water or pollution. Do not apply topical drugs, cosmetics, or other irritating items to the injection site and surrounding areas within 72 hours after the injection.

2. Within three days after injection, the injection site should be kept still. You can press slightly, but do not massage; at the same time, avoid frequent movements of facial muscles such as laughing and crying.

3. Do not drink alcohol or eat irritating foods within one week after the injection.

4. Wrinkle removal patients should perform facial massage and regular facial care after washing their face in the morning and evening after the effect appears