TLDR Dermal fillers can cause hair loss, so dermatologists should be aware.
The letter to the editor discussed cases of alopecia induced by dermal fillers. The authors from the Department of Dermatology at Pusan National University in Busan, Korea, highlighted instances where patients experienced hair loss following filler injections. The letter emphasized the need for dermatologists to be aware of this potential side effect and to consider it when diagnosing and treating patients who have undergone filler procedures. The authors called for further research to understand the mechanisms behind filler-induced alopecia and to develop strategies to prevent it.
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March 2017 in “Aesthetic plastic surgery” Accidental injection of hyaluronic acid caused temporary hair loss and skin damage, but treatment restored hair and healed the skin.
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October 2013 in “Dermatologic Surgery”
April 2024 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Filler injections can cause temporary hair loss, but hyaluronidase can help restore hair within a few months.
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June 2019 in “Case reports in dermatology” Fat injections in the face can cause hair loss.
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May 2023 in “JAAD case reports” Hyaluronic acid fillers for temporal lifting can cause hair loss without scarring.
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October 2022 in “Aesthetic surgery journal” Injecting hyaluronidase into the artery is effective for treating skin death and hair loss caused by hyaluronic acid fillers.
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February 2019 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” LGBT individuals have unique skin health needs, including higher STD risks and side effects from gender-affirming treatments, requiring dermatologists to offer knowledgeable and culturally competent care.
