- Absolute Contraindications (Treatment Cannot Be Done):
- Pregnant or Nursing: Mesotherapy is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
- HIV/AIDS: Patients with HIV/AIDS should avoid mesotherapy.
- Cancer (all forms): Individuals with any form of cancer should not undergo mesotherapy.
- Undergoing Chemotherapy or Immune Therapy: Mesotherapy is not suitable during ongoing cancer treatments.
- Immunodeficiency: Patients with compromised immune systems should avoid the procedure.
- Lupus: Mesotherapy is contraindicated for individuals with lupus.
- High Blood Pressure (Uncontrolled): Uncontrolled hypertension is a contraindication.
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetics: Mesotherapy may not be suitable for insulin-dependent diabetics.
- Prednisone and Other Steroid Medications: Treatment can increase inflammation in patients taking steroids.
- Heart Problems or Diseases: Mesotherapy is not recommended for those with heart conditions.
- Haemorrhagic Disease, Trauma, or Bleeding: Conditions involving bleeding or trauma are contraindications.
- Scleroderma: Patients with scleroderma should avoid mesotherapy.
- Family History of Hypertrophic Scarring or Keloid Formation: Genetic predisposition to scarring is a concern.
- Solar Keratosis: Skin lesions caused by sun damage are a contraindication.
- Anticoagulants / Blood Thinners: Use of anticoagulant medications (e.g., Warfarin or aspirin) is a contraindication.
- Nickel or Stainless Steel Allergies: Allergic reactions to these metals are a concern.
- Relative Contraindications (Treatment Requires Precautions):
- Epilepsy: Patients with epilepsy need a doctor’s confirmation before mesotherapy.
- Transplant Anti-Rejection Drugs: A doctor’s approval is necessary.
- Thyroid Disease
- Heart Disease
- Hypertension (Treated with Medication): Requires a doctor’s letter.
- Cancer (After 12 Months): Mesotherapy can be considered after a year of cancer treatment.
- Waiting Periods Before Starting Treatments:
- Active Skin Infections: Wait until healed.
- Sunburn in the Treatment Area: Wait until completely healed.
- Bacterial or Viral Skin Diseases: Wait until clear.
- Inflammation: Wait until healed.
- Laser Treatments (Face Only): Wait 4-6 weeks post-treatment.
- Active Herpes (Cold Sores): Take anti-viral meds 2 weeks pre and post treatment.
- Warts: Avoid treating the affected area.
- Roaccutane: Wait 6-12 months post-treatment.
- Recent Facial Operations: Wait at least 3 months post-surgery.
- Tattooing / Cosmetic Tattooing (Treatment Area): Wait 2 weeks.
- Strong Chemical Peels (pH < 3.1): Wait 2 weeks.
- Botox and Fillers
- Recent Invasive or Stimulating Skin Procedures: Wait 2 weeks.