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Hyaluronic acid allergy
Last reviewed: 12.07.2025
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An allergy to hyaluronic acid can occur for a number of reasons.
But before we move on to this issue, it is worth understanding what this “substance” is. So, hyaluronic acid is a polysaccharide, it is part of connective, nervous, and epithelial tissues. It is considered an important structural element of the skin. With age, the water balance in the cells is significantly disrupted. As a result, aging occurs, and fine wrinkles appear. One of the reasons for such unpleasant phenomena is a lack of hyaluronic acid. But, despite the fact that this substance is important for the skin, it can also cause harm.
Reasons
A person may experience a normal intolerance to this "drug". In this case, itching, redness and swelling are possible.
But this is quite normal. Because for the body, lip augmentation is an "introduction" of a foreign body. It is important to monitor the progress of the "recovery", because you can easily get an infection. And in a rather complex form. So the wounds from the injections should be treated with antiseptics.
To avoid any problems in the future, a series of tests are carried out before any procedure with hyaluronic acid. If we are talking about lip augmentation, then you should take a course of antibiotics against herpes. Because it can become active under the influence of this substance.
The main cause of allergy can only be individual intolerance to this acid. Therefore, before any procedure, it is necessary to take tests. Allergy to hyaluronic acid is rare, but still, it is not worth the risk.
Symptoms of Hyaluronic Acid Allergy
The main symptoms of an allergy to hyaluronic acid can easily be confused with the post-procedural period. So, how does this allergy manifest itself?
First of all, an unpleasant itch appears. But in no case should you scratch the "affected" area. Redness is also possible, but it often occurs after the procedure. Moreover, in some places the skin can change color, this is quite normal.
It is worth paying attention to the swelling, if it does not go away within 3-7 days, then most likely it is an allergy. Also, swelling appears exclusively in the morning hours, this also needs to be monitored. All other "troubles" may well indicate the presence of an allergy. Especially if a woman has herpes after the procedure on her lips.
In any case, it is necessary to seek help from a specialist. Because the consequences can be very serious.
Diagnostics
Diagnosis of allergy to hyaluronic acid is quite simple. There are several basic methods. So, the first of them is skin tests. The examination is performed using the injection or scratch method. A drop of hyaluronic acid is applied to the "damaged" area. If the skin has not changed in any way and nothing happens at all, then everything is fine. Has the skin color changed, itching and burning appeared? This indicates the presence of an allergy.
- Study of specific antibodies lg E. As a result, it is easy to establish whether there is an allergic reaction or not. The method is the most sensitive. The procedure is similar to the one described above. However, to conduct the analysis, it is necessary to donate blood from a vein.
- Provocative tests. Research of specific antibodies and skin tests indicate those allergens that are potentially dangerous for humans.
- Elimination allergens. It is only necessary to remove the allergen to understand whether it causes any reaction in the body or not. Because allergy to hyaluronic acid is a serious problem.
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Treatment of allergy to hyaluronic acid
It is worth paying attention to the treatment of allergy to hyaluronic acid, because it may be useful in the future. Especially for those girls who want to use certain procedures to tidy up problematic "zones".
When the first signs appear, you should immediately stop taking hyaluronic acid. For some time, you will have to take medications prescribed by your doctor. They will be aimed at suppressing the adverse effects of the acid on the body. These are mainly antihistamines. These include Tavegil, Dimedrol, Claritin, Telfast, and others.
You should not start taking medications on your own. Because this can worsen the situation. The main task of a person is not only to exclude the intake of an allergen, but also to weaken its effect on the body. In addition, all efforts should be directed to eliminating the symptoms and their complications.
Prevention
Prevention of allergy to hyaluronic acid involves avoiding situations that can cause an allergic reaction. In this case, we are talking about various procedures to change the "problem" areas. Simply put, lip correction and getting rid of wrinkles.
It is necessary to look for good substitutes for this acid. It is advisable to conduct an allergy test. In no case should one resort to lip augmentation procedures if a person does not know whether he or she is allergic to hyaluronic acid. This applies to any procedures involving the introduction of this "substance" under the skin. Because the consequences can be serious.
Prevention consists not only of avoiding the allergen itself, but of completely protecting oneself from it. In any case, one should not use the acid without making sure that the body will respond positively to such an “invasion”. In general, an allergy to hyaluronic acid can lead to serious problems, so it is definitely not worth ignoring.
Forecast
The prognosis for allergy to hyaluronic acid is quite positive. If you start timely treatment and try to "accustom" the body to this substance, there should be no problems.
It is important to start the treatment on time. Before that, several tests should be carried out, which should fully confirm the presence of an allergy. Only then can treatment be prescribed and an attempt to get rid of the allergic reaction can be made.
Each person's body is individual. Therefore, it is necessary to carry out the treatment procedure based on certain features. If you notice the presence of an allergy in time, severe consequences can be avoided.
True, not every organism is able to cope with this problem. This means that it is quite possible that hyaluronic acid will have to be replaced with another substance. Today, such "manipulation" is quite acceptable. Especially if it concerns the lip augmentation procedure. Allergy to hyaluronic acid is a serious problem that requires an immediate solution.
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