All medical procedures carry risks, however in the hands of qualified,
highly trained health care professionals, many agree that mesotherapy is a very low risk procedure.
Performed in a sterile atmosphere in a medical setting, mesotherapy
can also offer limited health risks because it is performed on a fully
conscious patient and does not require anesthesia. In addition there
is no post-operative recovery time or the need for heavy compression
bandages and girdles (as post treatment infection risk is very minimal.)
Risk from the medications
Mesotherapy can be effective using incredibly
minute and diluted amounts of medications, substantially limiting
medication induced side effects.
There is a possibility of allergic reaction to the mesotherapy solution.
However, because of the greatly diluted amount of the injected ingredients,
these reactions should be minimal. Any possibility of an allergic reaction
should be discussed with your physician.
Risks from the needles
Because a needle is used, there is a small risk
of infection at the site of the injections. Other side- effects brought
on by the injection may include: Mild or minor bruising, redness
or swelling at the injection site. Typically this resolves within a
few days. Risk from injections is something you should discuss with
your physician.
Other side effects
Some patients report an itching sensation shortly
after the treatment that usually dissipates quickly.
Some physicians may recommend oral supplements, skin creams or other
topical lotions to assist in speeding the healing process.
Mesotherapy has been used in clinical practice since its introduction
in 1952 by Dr. M. Pistor. Currently 15,000 physicians in France utilize
the technique and there has been no evidence at present of any long-term
consequences of mesotherapy.
