Placenta injections at Gangnam Station OB/GYN: from immunity to anti-aging
When fatigue lingers and vitality wanes, consider placenta injections for immunity and condition management. We've summarized their principles, expected benefits, and safe administration schedule.
Why Placenta Injections Come to Mind When Fatigue Doesn't Easily Go Away
Many people feel unrefreshed despite getting enough sleep and experience a drop in vitality. In such cases, placenta injections have become a popular option for managing immunity and overall condition. Let's calmly outline how they work and who might benefit from them.
Placenta injection is a nutritional injection made by refining components extracted from human placenta. The placenta is rich in amino acids, vitamins, minerals, various enzymes, and growth factors (such as EGF, FGF), and these components are known to work synergistically.
How Can Placenta Injections Be Helpful?
In the clinic, we see many people seeking consultation due to fatigue and a decline in their condition. The potential benefits of placenta injections can generally be summarized as follows, though the effects and perceived improvements vary from person to person.
- Fatigue Recovery and Vitality: The nutritional components in placenta are reported to be involved in energy metabolism, potentially having a positive impact on restoring vitality.
- Skin Tone and Elasticity: It contains factors that inhibit melanin production, which can help brighten skin tone and alleviate melasma and blemishes. It also includes factors that aid collagen production, potentially improving elasticity and reducing wrinkles.
- Menopause-Related Changes: It may help maintain hormonal balance, with reports indicating a positive effect on alleviating menopause-related symptoms such as insomnia, hot flashes, and fatigue.
- Liver Function and Immunity: It contains components that may assist the liver's detoxification process, potentially aiding in maintaining liver function. Some research reports suggest it has a positive effect on immune cell activation and fatigue improvement.
Even with the same ingredients, the perceived effects can vary depending on individual constitution and condition. It's essential to first consult thoroughly with an OB-GYN specialist before the procedure to confirm if it's suitable for your specific state.
If accumulated fatigue is your main concern, consulting about the best approach for you, possibly in combination with Fatigue Recovery Injections or Thymosin Alpha Immune Injections, is also an option.
When Considering Menopausal Changes
Some people consider placenta injections when experiencing a combination of hot flashes, insomnia, and easy fatigue. However, menopause-related changes involve various intertwined factors, including hormonal shifts. Therefore, rather than viewing a single injection as a complete solution, a comprehensive approach to assessing overall health is necessary. If a thorough check-up is needed, it's advisable to first confirm your condition through a Menopause Care Checkup.
What Side Effects Should I Be Aware Of?
If administered safely in a medical facility, most side effects are mild, but the following reactions may occur depending on individual constitution:
- Pain or itching at the injection site
- Low-grade fever or headache
- Temporary skin rash
- Rarely occurring allergic reactions
- Rarely felt heavy sensation in the upper limbs
Most of these symptoms are temporary, but if they don't improve over time, it's advisable to consult with medical staff. Making an informed decision about the procedure after being advised of these possibilities beforehand is a safe choice.
How Often Should I Receive Injections?
Placenta injections are known to be more effective for maintaining one's condition when administered at regular intervals rather than just once. Below is the generally recommended schedule, though the actual interval may vary depending on individual constitution and fatigue levels.
It's best to determine a personalized schedule based on your individual constitution and fatigue level. Therefore, when starting, we recommend consulting with a specialist to create a plan that fits your schedule. If you also wish to manage skin tone and vitality, a combination with other nutritional IV drips like Cinderella Baek Ok Beauty IV Drip can also be discussed during consultation.
What Should I Check to Receive Treatment Safely?
Where and how placenta injections are managed is crucial. It is safest to have your health condition checked at a medical institution before deciding on the procedure and its frequency. You must inform us in advance if you have any allergy history or are taking any medications, and it's also good to monitor changes in your condition after the procedure.
At Blanc OB-GYN, we assess your condition before the procedure and guide you toward the most suitable approach. If you have any questions, please feel free to inquire.
Dr. Eun-Jin Lee, Chief Director (Specialized in OB-GYN at Samsung Medical Center, Regular Member of the Korean Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Regular Member of the Korean Society of Menopause) Dr. Eun-Jin Lee's Profile First Published 2025-11-20 / Last Reviewed 2026-06-17
This content is for general informational purposes only; effects and responses may vary individually. Please consult with an OB-GYN specialist for an accurate diagnosis and to determine the suitability of any procedure.
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Symptoms vary widely; please confirm with an OB-GYN specialist.