Should I get fat dissolving injections to lose weight?

I am overweight and have excess fat in my abdomen and thighs. I want to have fat-dissolving injections. Doctor, is this method safe? Are there any risks of complications? (Han, 25 years old, Binh Duong )

Reply:

Fat dissolving injection is a technique of injecting substances that can dissolve fat cells and increase lipid transport through cell membranes to reduce the volume of fat cells in unwanted areas.

Side effects that may occur from fat dissolving injections include pain, swelling lasting up to 48 hours after injection, and hematoma formation. Serious side effects may include cellulitis or necrotic ulcers. The cause of complications is usually incorrect injection technique. However, even with proper injection technique, complications can still occur.

In some cases, red inflammatory nodules appear after injection or when performing a biopsy; many fibrous tissues form, and the phenomenon of fatty tissue inflammation persists. Complications often leave unsightly scars for patients.

Therefore, the most effective and safest method of fat loss is still to change your diet and exercise. You can also choose safe methods such as high-temperature fat reduction technology or low-temperature fat freezing. In addition, you should consider mechanical fat loss methods such as non-thermal ultrasound pulses, low-intensity laser therapy, and extracorporeal shockwave therapy.

To reduce fat safely and effectively, you should go to a specialized hospital to consult a doctor. Fat-dissolving injections at spas can have many potential risks, leaving permanent scars if complications occur.

Doctor Pham Thi Thanh Giang

Department of Dermatology, Ho Chi Minh City Dermatology Hospital

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