Sculptra Or Titan

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An Overview of Poly-L-Lactic Acid (Sculptra, New-Fill)

Brand Name: Sculptra Other Name(s): New-Fill, PLA, PLLA Drug Class: Opportunistic Infection and Other Drugs Poly-L-lactic acid, also known as PLLA, is the main ingredient of Sculptra, also known as New-Fill. Sculptra is a powder that is mixed with water and then injected into the skin. Sculptra belongs to the class of medicines called dermal fillers. Injecting Sculptra into facial skin may give it a firmer, fuller appearance. PLLA is used...

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HEY IMMU TITAN, I'M IN A BIND AGIAIN DUE TO STUPIDITY

Hey Doc. I've taken a risk on accident. Here's the low down, I went to a strip club and did a very dumb thing. I got a few lap dances and the stripper was willing to give me a hand job for cash of course. I proceeded by undoing my belt and...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hello,Yes, you did a "dumb thing." You paid for a hand job and then never got one! That's dumb. As for damp undies, sweaty jeans, and soft Mr. Willy's sticking out during the grinding - no worries! This is not considered a risk... Read more »

so you're the immu"Titan"hmmmm

Hello Dr.BOB" I know this is not the right forum but please post because you're the best at what you do. My concern is do 3 low risk activities equal 1 high risk. let me explain. I'm hetro and had contact with high risk woman. The 3...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hello,Thanks for your kind compliments and yes, this forum is dedicated to concerns involving HIV-related anemia and fatigue, but I'll try to respond to set your mind at ease. First of all, 3 low-risk exposures do not equal 1 high-risk!... Read more »

Sculptra: Repeat how many times?

I was treated once with Radiance and 2x with Sculptra (last Sculptra treatment=5 visits). Dr told me last time that that was probably the last time that Sculptra would be useful. Is there a limit to how often it can be used successfully, and if so,...

Response from Gerald Pierone, M.D.

AIDS Research and Treatment Center of the Treasure Coast

I have treated several patients with severe lipoatrophy with more than 8 courses of Sculptra over the course of several years to achieve a full correction of lipoatrophy. There does not appear to be a point at which Sculptra stops working and it is... Read more »

sculptra

where to find a sculptra specialist in chicago or experience in that area thanks...

Response from Keith Henry, M.D.

University of Minnesota, School of Medicine

Your HIV provider often has had experience with particular doctors who have used Sculptra or other approaches for treatment of fat atrophy. Many community based organizations also can provider suggestions for referral. The Sculptra website... Read more »

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Sculptra tx site

Posted by jab, 1 Reply

Need info re where to get tx from a doctor with some experience??? I live in N.C. Have not located any sites with experienc in Sculptra tx. HELP!!! Read more »

Sculptra

Posted by Anonymous, 4 Replies

Can anyone tell me about 1st hand experience with Sculptra. I'd like to know how many visits, and followup after initial treatment, how server was the wasting to begin with, are you happy with the outcome. My partner and I have been together for... Read more »

sculptra new fill

Posted by markie

anyone in las vegas or near las vegas (LA area) have had this procedure done... can you recomend a doctor. Read more »

facial wasting treatment- lipoatrophy

Posted by douglass

I HAVE BEEN GETTING TREATMENT FOR FACIAL WASTING DOWN IN NORFOLK VA AT THE "SKIN A MEDICAL SPA"- RESULTS ARE AMAZING. MY SCULPTRA AND RADIANCE WERE OBTAINED THROUGH PATIENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS AND THE TOTAL COST FOR THE INJECTIONS IS AROUND $2000.... Read more »

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