Hay fever (Allergy) INJECTIONS

Peppermint Aesthetics offers Kenalog injections that help with the inflammatory response to the allergy of pollen, dust, pet dander and more.

Many people suffer with Hay Fever or some type of allergy that is triggered by the following substances: Tree, Grass, Ragweed, Flower pollen which is heightened by hot dry days and being outside. Also, people can have allergies to Dust Mites, Pet Dander, Cockroaches, Mold and Fungal spores which are found indoors. Most allergies are seasonal but heightened in the warmer months between March and October. Also, helps massively with some skin conditions like, adult eczema and psoriases.

Kenalog is an injected steroid that prevents the release of substances/chemicals in the body that causes inflammation. Kenalog is a multi-use medication but is particularly good at helping with the symptoms of Hay Fever.

As with any medication there maybe side effects. Long term use of Kenalog can suppress the immune system making it easier for you to develop an infection, can make you feverish, weak, irritation to skin, diarrhoea and can effect you eye sight. Peppermint offers a complimentary consultation before giving this treatment. Not everyone is suitable, your practitioner may request a GP letter/referral before a treatment can be given.

We are the only clinic locally that can offer this treatment to 14-18 year olds but requires the following criteria which is non-negiotable.

* Requires the consent of Parent/Guardian

*Parent/Guardian must be present at appointment

*Referral letter from GP/Consultant stating dose (adult dose is 40mg/1ml)

without a medical referral this treatment will not be given

*Referral can be in the form of a letter or email. GP/Consultant can email us directly at

contact@peppermintaesthetics.com

At Peppermint Aesthetics this treatment consists of a single injection to the buttock, once, twice a year (no more than three in one year for severe cases). This is enough to suppress the inflammatory response or relieve it enough to make day to day life more manageable.

Upon booking you with receive a fact sheet with more in-depth information, any concerns please feel free to contact us before your appointment.