Fat dissolving Injections Aftercare
Taking care after treatment
Normally, swelling will be noticeable for up to 2 weeks, but sometimes it can last up to 4 weeks.
- Cool compresses may be applied.
- Compression garments may be used to minimise discomfort and swelling.
- Regular gentle massage will help accelerate the breakdown of fat cells.
Possible side effects
The most common side-effects are experienced immediately post-injection and are self-resolving. These include:
- Pain, burning, stinging and tenderness: Pain at the injection site is the most common side effect. This usually peaks approximately 30 minutes after injection and is accompanied by the sensation of burning and stinging. Discomfort diminishes after an hour, however, will continue to persist with local tenderness for 24-48hrs. Pain may be managed with the application of ice before and during the procedure.
- Swelling is to be expected. Maximum swelling occurs between 1-5 days and may persist for several weeks.
- Erythema
- Itching
- Bruising and haematoma: Bruising is an expected side effect from local injections, and may persist for up to 2 weeks. Rarely, small haematomas at injection sites may occur, and these tend to resolve spontaneously.
- Numbness: May last up to 6 weeks.
- Induration: Indurations or “lumpiness” is common and transient.
Treatment duration and follow-up
- The treatment’s duration will vary depending on your metabolism.
- Normally once the fat cells are eliminated from the body they do not come back unless you put on weight again. So results will depend on lifestyle and diet.
