Arizona Mesotherapy Side Effects

Mesotherapy, a non-surgical procedure used to remove and reduce cellulite, may produce minor side effects in some patients. Patients should discuss the potential side effects with their doctors prior to beginning treatments.

How Mesotherapy Works

Almost every woman has some degree of cellulite in her body, though the condition is not as common in men. The skin appears dimpled due to extra fat, hormonal and metabolic changes or heredity. Mesotherapy (also known as LipoDissolve) is a procedure in which vitamins, healing enzymes and medications are injected just under the skin of the target area. The contents of the injection work to remove cellulite by promoting more effective drainage of the body's lymph system. After a series of once- or twice-weekly injections, the fat cells shrink and the skin appears smoother.

Common Mesotherapy Side Effects

Mesotherapy is a low-risk treatment option, but as with any medical procedure, side effects can occur in some people. The most common reaction is redness, swelling or bruising at the injection site. Patients may also experience itching at the injection site or on the side of the body that has been treated. Doctors can prescribe creams to relieve the redness and itching and recommend applying the homeopathic herb arnica to reduce swelling. A very small population of patients may suffer from an allergic reaction to the drugs used in the injection cocktail. In this case,immediate medical attention should be sought.

NuU Medspa, located in Paradise Valley, Arizona, provides a free consultation prior to any of the spa services offered. During the consultation, NuU Medspa's experienced professionals take an extensive medical history in an effort to avoid any uncomfortable reactions.