How Do I Treat Facial Wasting

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need qualified plastic surgeon in Argentina for treating facial wasting

I have a moderate facial wasting. I feel my face is changing. This really depresses me a lot. I would like to know: where (I mean only in Paris, Mexico and US ? if not Is there a serious and qualified plastic surgeon in ARgentina who use PLA?)This...

Response from Alvan Fisher, M.D.

Brown University School of Medicine

I do not know. But I will post this to see if we get any suggestions.AF... Read more »

Does Anything work for facial wasting?

I just spent a lot of money using Restylene to treat my facial wasting.I'm extremely... Read more »

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Facial Wasting clinics in Cancone?

am going to Cancone Mexico onthe 5th thru 7th in Oct 09 is there a clinic there for facial wasting... Read more »

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FAQs About Facial Wasting

Basics and Prevention | Treatment | Insurance | Personal Stories Basics and Prevention Newly diagnosed: Which meds should I choose to avoid lipoatrophy? How long should I wait to begin treatment for facial wasting? How do I craft an... Read more »

Canadian AIDS Treatment Information Exchange

Why Your Dentist Needs to Know About Your Facial Fillers

In the early 2000s, facial wasting -- the loss of the fatty layer just under the skin on the face, particularly in the cheeks -- was a real concern for people with HIV on anti-HIV therapy. With its signature sunken cheeks and resulting gaunt... Read more »

Medicare Expands Coverage for Treating Facial Lipodystrophy Syndrome in People Living With HIV

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) today announced its decision to cover facial injections for Medicare beneficiaries who experience symptoms of depression due to the stigmatizing appearance of severely hollowed cheeks resulting... Read more »

FDA Approves Radiesse for Treating Facial Lipoatrophy

On December 22, 2006, the Food and Drug Administration approved Radiesse, an injectable (under the skin) implant to restore or correct signs of facial lipidatrophy, or fat loss, in people with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Radiesse, a sterile,... Read more »

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Facial wasting

Posted by Anonymous, 1 Reply

Hello - I would like info on doctors/clinics in the LA/Orange Cty area who have treated people with lipodystrophy, specifically with Fascian or collagen treatments. Thank you

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living with facial wasting

Posted by chrisFFF, 1 Reply

Hello,
I wanted to write because I have recently started a website to help people living with facial wasting. Lipoatrophy is a pretty emotional issue to deal with, and I wanted to have a place for people to connect about it and find out how to treat... Read more »

facial wasting * any help/support appreciated

Posted by boston781, 3 Replies

I've been HIV+ since '91. I'm currently on fuzeon & other meds. I am so depressed over my sunken cheeks. I'm doing well healthwise being on this regimen. If anyone knows or has any suggestions on where to find help in the Boston area I'd... Read more »

HIV/AIDS Lipoatrophy (Facial Wasting)

Posted by bradford, 2 Replies

HIV/AIDS Lipoatrophy (Facial Wasting)

Individuals living with HIV and AIDS may not only have to deal with the threat of illness but the toll of illness. All that is required to stay healthy and alive can leave an everlasting mark! I'm referring to... Read more »

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