As everyone knows, lipoatrophy is a common SE of Copaxone. After approx five years on this medication, I (quickly) developed pretty severe lipoatrophy on my butt - both cheeks, but predominately the left. As soon as I noticed the depressions, I discontinued this medication (last October).
I am DISTRAUGHT over this disfigurement. Upon my research I came across simple saline solution injections as a non-invasive/safe potential intervention (commonly used for lipoatrophy caused by [HIV] antiviral injections as well as steroid injections). My dermatologist was willing to try this intervention. We have had seven sessions - each time vamping up the CCs (but staying within a safe amount - too many CCs can actually cause MORE damage) - but VERY minimal improvement - the longevity of which is TBD.
I am now seriously investigating a fat transfer (a fat transfer to the buttocks is known as a Brazilian Butt Lift ["BBL"]). Anyway, curious to know if anyone has tried a fat transfer for their Copaxone-induced lipoatrophy and, if so, the outcome of the surgery. Before I spend thousands of dollars and go through a 6-8 week brutal post-op recovery I would love to know there is at least light at the end of this very dark tunnel. Thank you so much for your input.
I am DISTRAUGHT over this disfigurement. Upon my research I came across simple saline solution injections as a non-invasive/safe potential intervention (commonly used for lipoatrophy caused by [HIV] antiviral injections as well as steroid injections). My dermatologist was willing to try this intervention. We have had seven sessions - each time vamping up the CCs (but staying within a safe amount - too many CCs can actually cause MORE damage) - but VERY minimal improvement - the longevity of which is TBD.
I am now seriously investigating a fat transfer (a fat transfer to the buttocks is known as a Brazilian Butt Lift ["BBL"]). Anyway, curious to know if anyone has tried a fat transfer for their Copaxone-induced lipoatrophy and, if so, the outcome of the surgery. Before I spend thousands of dollars and go through a 6-8 week brutal post-op recovery I would love to know there is at least light at the end of this very dark tunnel. Thank you so much for your input.
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