Botox Side Effects

by Clare Hudson

The cosmetic treatment known as Botox Injection has, over the last few years, has become one of the most popular anti-aging treatments available. This non-invasive cosmetic procedure has grown so popular because of its quick results and the low instance of Botox risks. Between 2002 and 2003 the number of people having this procedure increased by 158 percent. Over 2.6 million women and 333,000 men underwent Botox procedures in 2003 alone!

As with any medicine, there are some possible side effects to Botox, the physician-administered injection used to treat fine lines and wrinkles. Fortunately, not everyone who takes Botox Injections will experience side effects. In fact, most people tolerate it quite well. If side effects do occur, in most cases, they are minor and either requires no treatment or is easily treated by you or your healthcare provider.

The effects of Botox are noticeable one to two days after the procedure and can last up to six months. Since Botox only stays in the body for a maximum of six months, any side effects associated with the medication will diminish after that time period. People who continue to receive treatments may continue to experience side effects. The common side effects include nausea, flu syndrome, respiratory infection, forehead and eyelid drooping, and headache. Less common Botox risks include symptoms that are generally associated with the injection. These include redness, pain, swelling, numbness, bruising, muscle weakness and bleeding. Normally, these symptoms generally subside within a week after injection.

Botox Injection procedures are considered medical techniques that should be carried out in a controlled medical environment and administered by a qualified and experience medical professional. They should check through your medical history to determine that you are appropriate candidates before taking Botox treatment. In fact, only one injection should be given every 3 months. Women, who are breast feeding and those people taking antibiotics are recommended not to use Botox as they have increased risk of adverse reactions. Besides, ‘Botox Parties’ where people meet socially to have the treatment without proper medical setting should be avoided as liberal amounts of alcohol is dangerous as it causes an increase in bruising.

You may experience some or none of the Botox side effects discussed above. Unfortunately, it can be difficult to tell if any particular side effect such as headache is caused by Botox or by other factors. Of course all cosmetic procedures involve some amount of risk. Any procedure that goes contrary to what is natural is risky including Botox Injections. If you think it is all worth it, go ahead. However, you must let your healthcare providers know if you feel something that just does not seem right after taking Botox Injections. They will be able to diagnose and treat the problem.

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67 Responses to “Botox Side Effects”

  1. Botoks on October 16th, 2009 3:37 am

    Does the botox injection hurt?

  2. nancy hinen on December 21st, 2009 4:07 pm

    side effects with botox following a stroke? wks later, can it cause seizures when given to improve movement following paralysis.

  3. Pharmacy on January 19th, 2010 7:16 pm

    i had botox 5 yrs ago, was plagued with headaches, not a great experience, would not have it done again, just adds to worry and dread for first timers

  4. joliese tan on January 29th, 2010 9:20 pm

    Thanks. I realized that Botox can be rather dangerous. I think i’ll try an alternative.

  5. Joanne Humphries on May 16th, 2010 9:12 pm

    I had botox 2 years ago and within 24 hours i was experiencing breathing dificulties. I also had a face sculpture but cannot remember wot the substance is called which was used.Is this a common side effect as i am desperate to have my wrinkles removed and been told of a substance called Restylane. does this have the same side effects?

  6. Sandra on June 4th, 2010 1:36 am

    My name is Sandra Lee and i would like to show you my personal experience with Botox.
    I have suffered with migraines and neck pain for many years. Botox has given me my life back. I have arthritis in my neck and Botox is the ONLY thing that has given me relief.
    I hope this information will be useful to others,

  7. Alice on June 18th, 2010 8:38 am

    Botox(sometimes known as botax) injections are commonly performed and generally safe. Just like any other medical procedure, Botox is not without its share of side effects. The side effects are not life-threatening but they can affect your quality of life. If Botox side effects occur, they’re usually temporary starting within the first days of injection, but may persist for several months.

  8. Dolphe Joseph Richard on July 16th, 2010 11:05 am

    I had botox for migraines last week…my doctor said 8 out of 10 get relief …. just my luck I fell on the 2 out of 10 that have bad reaction to botox
    10 hours after injections, increased warmth dizziness vertigo nausea profuse sweating,partial blackout possibly seizure activity with peak intensity for about 45 minutes followed by headache and heavy tiredness. 2nd day too unsteady to walk or stand…unusual extreme burping for 4 days with nausea and diziness clearing by day 7…still had migraine yesterday and frankly I don’t look any better….that’s life

  9. Alli on August 23rd, 2010 8:42 pm

    Maybe a good idea to test a small area first if using it for cosmetic reasons.

    A friendly face is a greater asset then one botox so it can’t move :)

  10. lisa Peterson on September 1st, 2010 4:25 pm

    my eyesight on right hand side has gone blurred after botox round the eyes, will this subside, its never happened before and ive been having it for past two years.

  11. Lisa on October 4th, 2010 2:29 pm

    botox injection is not have much side effect, some times you may have few above depending on you skin condition. but all are not for long time, after few hours of botox treatment, you will come back to normal condition

  12. Tammy Baker on October 5th, 2010 8:37 am

    Had botox at the end of Aug 2010 to celebrate my 47th birthday; within days my left side was numb. The person hit what felt like bone near my eye. My eye feels like its numb and my vision which was 20/20 is now distorted and I’m wearing reading glasses now to see. I have headaches daily that have become migraines and facial pain that starts on that left side. I’m praying this will diminish as the days go by.

  13. Barbara Janiszewska on October 16th, 2010 4:53 am

    I have had botox for the third time..for my frown lines. My frown line are quite deep and once I have the botox they become so soft. I woke up with a headache…but that is it. What I would recommend is that you go to someone professional and experienced. My botox is administered by an Doctor/Eye Surgeon who does some private work in a clinic.

  14. Aleksandea on October 18th, 2010 8:08 am

    I have suffered with migraines and neck pain for many years. Botox has given me my life back. I have arthritis in my neck and Botox is the ONLY thing that has given me relief.
    I hope this information will be useful to others.

  15. Tessa on November 13th, 2010 3:28 pm

    I’ve been getting botox for the past 1.5 yrs after suffering migraines/neck pain for many years. While I have had some side effects; nausea, flu-like sydrom, dizziness, bruising, dropping eye, and dry mouth these usually subside in 24-48 hrs and (imo) are well worth the relief I get in the long run! My new Dr. lets me lie down when he does the forhead/temples, and this seems to relieve the droppy eye I experienced early on. I also take an anti-inflamitory 2hrs befor my appt. and alwasy apply ice and Arnica afterwards to reduce the swelling/bruising. Botox, as mentioned before has too given me my life back! :)

  16. lou hunt on January 3rd, 2011 4:22 am

    i have had botox a couple of times , with initial numbness (not a surprise) considering how the treatment works,no others problems at all i recommend it to everyone ,just do your homework on the practitioner first (O:

  17. Lorie on February 18th, 2011 11:11 am

    I have received two rounds of botox for my migraines and I do believe they have lessened the amount of migraines and the severity. These rounds of botox are scheduled 3 months apart and i’m given 2 needles full totaling 100 units. I have not experienced any side effects other than a headache shortly after round of treatment. Botox has given me the freedom to live life with more normalcy then I have ever had.

  18. karen on February 21st, 2011 4:24 am

    I got botox for the first time 4 days ago and have experienced headaches the first 3 days and heavy eyelids the 4th day. It’s not a good feeling at all. I’m very concerned as what to do and calling my Dr. tomorrow.

  19. alison on March 2nd, 2011 4:05 am

    I had botox for the first time on Saturday for my daily headaches. i have a lot of pressure and tightness to my forehead and my eyebrows have drooped in between my eyes and my eyelids feel very heavy too. Was told to give it 2 weeks to settle.

  20. avril on April 1st, 2011 4:11 pm

    I had many botox injections, but not like this girl in the picture. Very funny pic, but not good if you want to encourage people to have botox. the side effects can be avoided if the clinic where you do the injection had good doctors. That’s why when I did my first treatment I looked for the best botox clinic, and this proved to be the best choice. So find specialists if you want to hear about side effects only in papers:)

  21. Nicola Omalley on April 15th, 2011 7:09 am

    hi there I had my Botox done this morning on my frown lines I had the treatment at the hospital group in manchester the staff was really nice and I felt relaxed and did t feel a thing just a strange noise !!! I’ve notice my left eye dropping slightly and bit of a blurry vision in the same eye ! Been told can last a few days … We will see !!! But the results are amazing already seeing as thow I was advised it could take upto 10 days to see full results soo looking forward to seeing it then as I am happy with the results now !!! X Ive been looking into having botox for the last 12 months I did all my re search on everything and the hospital group was the right choice for me ! So glad I waited and did my research !!!

  22. gina on April 21st, 2011 2:07 am

    I had botox one week ago and I am experiencing dizziness.

  23. Christine on April 21st, 2011 11:21 am

    My cousin had botox and said it caused her to lose her voice for a long period of time. Thankfully, she can now talk okay.

  24. Amanda on April 25th, 2011 9:24 am

    I got Botox 10 days ago for my migraines that I have been battling my entire life. The first day was not bad. After that I have been suffering from non-stop head pain (all over my entire head) which have developed into a few migraines. I have also experienced hot flashes, loss of balance and have been very uncoordinated (even been having trouble holding things and typing). My neurologist prescibed me pain pills just in case and they are not even helping with this new pain. Last year before Botox was approved by the FDA for migraines I recieved another type of injection and had similar side effects (worse actually). So now I am just miserably waiting it out until it wears off. Last time it took about 2 weeks but felt like 2 months. I am not discouraging anyone from trying the injections as everyone is different. If you have experienced at least one migraine in your life you will be willing to try just about anything for even a little relief. Onto the next treatment plan…

  25. sunny on April 28th, 2011 11:01 am

    I had a black out for a few minutes(I guess, maybe longer), right after I felt severe nausea and severe severe stomach pain in the morning.(It was 2 days after the procedure of Botax injections with perlane between the eyes,on forehead, and edge of eyes to loosen up the wrinkles. I took 3 times of antibiotic pills with the meal as told to do so by the doctor.
    Next day I called the doctor’s office, informed of the black out, (fainting)and I asked about the side effects of Botax injections. “We have not seen any case with side effects and complaints” said the doctor’s office.
    I feel so lucky that I am alive ( I woke up from a black out) to see my kids every day!!!
    I will NEVER try for Botax injections again!!!
    IT WAS NOT FOR ME!!!

  26. CINDY on May 1st, 2011 9:34 am

    You need to call your neurologist and ask for a Medrol dose pack…These are steroids that should break up the migraine and make your other symptoms better as well. I have hereditary migraines too. They run on both sides of my family and I had scarlet fever as a child and my temp went to 108. I have been getting Botox treatments for 2 years. Monday the neurologist must have put too much in my neck because I’m in a lot of pain, my neck is extremely stiff. I have had these headaches for 50 years now and I’m sooo tired. Hope the steroids work! Sincerely Cindy

  27. Jasmine on May 8th, 2011 3:22 am

    I got Botox done in Phuket hospital in Thailand on my forehead as well as breast implants, it was well needed after a year and a half divorce and custody battle ( had loads of extra wrinkles after my divorce) apart from cosmetically i never get headaches anymore, I look ten years younger, it gave me my life back. Numbness is normal that’s what the drug does, it paralises the muscles. I feel great and recommend to everyone

  28. jenny on May 15th, 2011 10:29 am

    Sunny, why were you given antibiotics? Normally those are not given for perlane or botox… that is just weird.

  29. Lila on May 16th, 2011 9:39 pm

    Had botox last week and my eyes are very puffy. Does anyone know anything I can do to speed this botox out of my body??
    It seems obvious that I am allergic to botox, therefore I would not advise everyone to get it.

  30. sunny on May 18th, 2011 3:30 am

    I had been super healthy until the unfortunate incident.
    I at times wonder why I had the black out…
    75 units of botax, 2cc of perlane on my face a day
    3 pills of antibiotic,KELPLEX 500mg each pill
    (3 times with meal) , with antibiotic ointment to put on.
    “we give antibiotic to all patients to prevent possible infection on the opening by needle (injections)” said the doctor office.
    I have seen my sisters, and my friends happy with botox many years…, NOT ME!!!

  31. susan on May 26th, 2011 10:40 pm

    i had injection of botox in jan. of 2011 this is may ,and im having headaches from you know where…mine are from surgey and scar tissue in the brain. and im ready for my INJECTION .have a blessed day!!!!!i get my next one in june

  32. kate on June 5th, 2011 11:10 am

    First time I had Botox I had a headache lasting approximately 24hrs, second time a slight ache or heaviness lasting a few hours. Just had Botox for the 3rd time, no side effects at all, maybe because I’m more relaxed before the procedure and my previous anxieties have gone. However,I did find it took a week before I felt the Botox taking effect following my 3rd time in comparison to 2 days following my first experience! Also I can absolutely confirm that having Botox doesn’t hurt at all, as long as the needle isn’t over used. The needle is also very fine; I have 2 areas injected(forehead & crows feet); during my procedure the needle is changed twice :-)

  33. Fran Me on June 5th, 2011 11:10 pm

    I had botox injections two days ago between brows and felt slightly neauseated that day and two days later have heavy cramping and flu like symptoms. How long should the side affects last? Ate these side affects common? Have had restylane and other than some bruising and no other problems.

  34. talia on June 8th, 2011 1:08 am

    I had botox experience 11 days ago and since i have a really hard headache and it really get me nervous i took anti inflamatory and it didnt help me at all! 2 days ago the right side of my head( upper my right eye) is now better it didnt hurt but the left side its killing me!

  35. Andreas on June 10th, 2011 9:57 pm

    I am a 22 year old who received Botox recently. I got injected for the first time about 3 days ago. Side effects have been horrible. All together, it is not a great experience as it feels like a foreign substance in your forehead. It causes me great headaches, nausea, dizziness, etc. I really wish I had not done it as I will have to live with this for 6 months. I also lifted my eyebrows with Juviderm, and my eye brow muscle is in extreme pain. I can barely touch it. I do not think it’s the Botox or the Juviderm that’s creating my discomfort, but the amount I was applied to charge over the 1,000. I cant even sneeze without feeling discomfort on my face. I am really saddened that this cannot be reversed.

  36. Scott Goffin on June 14th, 2011 6:39 am

    I have been suffering from constant migraines for the last 3 years. EVERYTHING has been tried prescription wise and I just completed a 4 week pain management program at Brooks after being referred by Mayo after 7 months of no solutions. Today, I went to Mayo and got approx 30 Botox injections in the head, temple and neck areas in hopes that this will finally help me. I will report back with any success or failures… Fingers Crossed! As to the question if they hurt, I don’t do needles and I didn’t think it was that bad. I did have two sensitive spots in the upper forehead that hurt but nothing worse than getting a regular shot, the other 28 I hardly felt.

  37. Jeanne on June 16th, 2011 11:22 am

    Hi I went to my Dr Today and they want me to try Botox for my migraine headaches. but Im scared because of all the side effects.I dont know what to do.My brothers exgirlfriend had them done for her headaches.and it caused to have a heartattack and she died April 1.And I dont want any of that cause I have enough health Prob.thanks for listening.

  38. Rick on June 22nd, 2011 12:57 am

    I have tourettes and have been getting botox injections (20 injections around the face)for years. I didn’t know what to expect at first, and there are a lot of nerves in some portions of the face, and yes, it stung and felt like a needle when he did it. But after the first time he gave me some numbing cream which helps. I go every 3 months and have never had any adverse symptoms except for one time one eyelid got a little more than the other so it drooped a little but for me it didn’t matter. Also my doc has tourettes so he is very sympathetic when doing the injections.

  39. Connie on June 25th, 2011 5:22 am

    I have been having Botox injections for migraines for a few years now and before the Botox I would get violent migraines ALL the time. Now the only time I get them is when the Botox is wearing off. It’s like turning on a switch and having NO more headaches. Like night and day. Other people I know had the same thing and they can’t believe how fantastic they feel after not having the headaches even for one week. It’s a life changing experience. There are risks with everything in life but you have to decide what is your quality of life worth. If it means no more or minimal headaches it’s worth it.

  40. Diane on June 29th, 2011 11:14 am

    I’m getting Botox for migraine/CDH. This was my 2nd round. My neuro is conservative and does them in 2 sessions. 100 units in 1st and 50 2-4 weeks later to see how you react. The first time I was also in physical therapy for my neck and I felt like my head was a “bowling ball” my neck was so weak and sore. It is now 4 months later and he did it the same way – only a 100 units the first time (and I’ll go back in a couple weeks for the other 50).

    I usually have terrible neck pain w/ my migraines and headaches anyways, and this time my neck is sore again, but not so bad I don’t feel like I can’t hold it up. It’s been 2 weeks but this time I’m also having some problems with swallowing – coincidentally after an asthma attack a few days ago while playing softball. I’m not sure if it’s the new preventive inhaler I’ve been using for several weeks or maybe the botox kicking in – just a very odd sensation. I noticed my eyebrows don’t move now so I know the botox is really working now. The good thing is that while my neck still hurts, I haven’t had a full blown migraine in a week! Yahoo!!!! So just doing some research. Getting a massage in a couple days for the neck so hope that will do the trick – using the computer at work all day doesn’t help it!

    I don’t have a firm opinion of the botox yet since our goal was to decrease my topomax which I haven’t been able to do yet. And I’ve also had to add other preventives in the meantime. Maybe after this round is finished, I can cut back on something. I’ve heard 3 rounds before you can make a good conclusion of effectiveness.

  41. suze on July 7th, 2011 9:36 am

    I got Botox 2 weeks ago between my eyes for migraines. Good news is I have no wrinkles and no migraines. Bad news is I have been shivering for 4 days, and had a hoarse voice which is ok now. But the chills are worrisome. Has anyone else had chills all day? How long will it last?

    I don’t think I will do this again, unless I have zero migraines….

  42. Cheryl on July 18th, 2011 5:51 pm

    I had Botox for wrinkles under my eyes 3 days ago. I now have bags under my eyes – mostly puffy in the inside corners and the wrinkles have all increased. I have aged 10 years. What can be done? I have had Botox before so I know its not allergic reaction. I went to a very reputable doctor who does this many times a day. My undereye feels numb from the center to the nose. What can I do?

  43. Pat Hamlin on July 20th, 2011 9:44 am

    I got 5 shots around my eye over 1 week ago for hemi-facial spasms. I have had severe headaches every day since getting them. Could the shots have caused the headaches?? Thanks!

  44. Jane Kellie on July 20th, 2011 1:19 pm

    I got two shots of botox on the outside of my eyes for the first time. It’s been two weeks and my face is still a little numb. How long until the pain subsides?

  45. Laurie on July 21st, 2011 1:35 pm

    I was given Botox yesterday for mig.raines, 20 shots on my forehead, temples, and neck. While the shots stung just a little, they were not bad. However, today…I felt like I had been hit by a truck, bad headache, nauseated, flu-like, and cramping like I was on my period. I had a hysterectomy 22 years ago. I hope they help the migraines, and the side effects don’t last. I’m tired of all the medication.

  46. Michelle on August 17th, 2011 10:16 pm

    Cheryl,
    Regarding your response on the undereye slight bags/wrinkles, I have experienced the same thing to be treated for the same reason that you decided to. I only received mine two days ago, and the mild crows feet are gone but my undereye wrinkles did get worse. Hopefully this is a side effect that will decrease! Please let me know of your outcome or anyone else out there who has had a similar situation. I am not happy to look older!
    Thanks,
    Michelle

  47. Richard Lunoe on August 18th, 2011 8:23 am

    Ihave been having botox shots for 5yrs for a facial tick after having a stoke i am 82yrs after having a botox shots a week ago my right eyelid droops and is almost clossed this is the first time has happend this servere is there any answer for this Thank you.

  48. Lisa from Scottsdale on September 4th, 2011 4:04 am

    I had botox injected a week ago. After 2 days I noticed puffy eyes, it’s been a week and now my right eye is droopy! I look terrible. Anyone know what I can do to fix this?? I was told to try Apraclonidine. My Insurance doesnt cover it but did cover Brimonidine. Which doesnt seem to be working. Advice??

  49. Sian on September 13th, 2011 7:09 am

    Had cosmetic botox on 2 areas, a couple of weeks ago, for 1st time.
    Fab result on frown lines, some success with crow’s feet.
    There is still some bruising to 1 side (crow’s feet)and I did look as if I had 2 black eyes for appx 5 days… The still-bruised side also has a little area of ?orbital cellulitis (minor skin infection) and there are pimply areas to all sites. Am using lots of witch hazel over these every night to help settle it.
    Definitely felt a bit rough for a few days afterwards, I guess it is a toxin, after all. But no worse than following a ‘flu shot / similar.
    All in all I feel the results are worth it, got a cheap deal for these injections and may consider them again at the same price, but would take advice from some of the posts on this site – use of antihistamines, arnica, ice, NSAIDs, etc.
    My practitioner also suggested avoiding fish or vitamin e oils for a week prior / post the botox, she didn’t say why?

  50. WILLIAM FOBIL on September 19th, 2011 2:55 am

    I had botox injection on the 22 august.2011 for uncontrollable blinking of the eyes for over 4yers and after 2days had the left eye almost closed but now gradually opening.
    There is also half headache, i have to raise my head when walking in other for me to see well and seeing undulating road with the problem of breathing-in when walking or engaged in a long conversation. it makes me feel very uncomfortable and also very expensive since my family doctor says i will need it every 12 weeks but for how long?. I’m really worried even though the eyes have stop blinking and the drop in my forehead getting better. SOS

  51. Anna on September 19th, 2011 9:47 am

    Sian,

    Vitamin E and Fish Oil are blood thinners. It was suggested not to use due to increased bleeding among other things.

  52. Mary on September 20th, 2011 9:39 pm

    I had botox for the first time yesterday done in a physician’s office, just around my eyes. My eyelids are puffy/droopy and one of the lids keeps spasming. I became dizzy about 20 minutes after the injections and developed a headache that is still with me. I also have nausea and woke up in the middle of the night drenched in sweat. I had been so looking forward to having this done! Will it be like this every time or can the side effects lessen?

  53. lee on September 30th, 2011 1:04 pm

    hi i had botox injections for neck pain and now i’m having very bad dry mouth severe neck pain and a bad taste in my mouth. is this normal and how long can i expect to have this

  54. Patt Hollar on October 8th, 2011 3:49 am

    On Sept. 29,2011 I had Botox for upper lip and chin area to relax strong upper lip muscles that caused deep wrinkles. Also had Juverderm filler on edges around lips. 16 days later I awoke so dizzy I could not go to work. This was done by a plastic surgeon so I don’t think it was the practitioner’s competence. I have had this same procedure before with some dizziness also. This feels a little more severe and am very worried, of course it is Friday and don’t want to call my regular doctor this soon. Is that a good idea, or should I go to my doctor now? I will never use BOTOX again. My wrinkles are normal, do not want to continue the risk. Please answer if you experienced dizziness.

  55. John on October 13th, 2011 3:14 am

    Lisa from Scottsdale, you may have the side effect my wife did. Her provider said she contracted botchulism from the Botox injections which happens in 1% of all cases.

    Has your sagging eye cleared up? It would be great to hear what to expect.

  56. Diana Cliff on October 30th, 2011 4:09 am

    Please don’t do it. Botox ruin my face and my eyes. i have now more wrinkles and i lost my good vision. DON’T DO IT, DON’T IT PLEASE.

  57. angela webb on December 2nd, 2011 7:22 am

    had botox yesterday and had headaches all day leading into the night,have had botox several times before it has made my skin look saggier abd also my vision has become worse over the last 12 months is this a common side effect Im not sure if I wil have it again, I say what goes up must come down hence the saggy skin.

  58. cameron on December 4th, 2011 7:04 pm

    My wife had botox about 10 months ago and has struggled with some pretty extreme side effects ever since. We acknowledge that the clinically the risk of having an adverse reaction to botox may be VERY rare, however I beg people to do research on this before having botox treatment for aesthetic reasons.

    I understand that for some people who take botox for medical reasons that the risks may be worth it, and that its made a big different to the quality of life for many of these people… BUT…. if you are just getting botox to look younger beware !!!

    Read the Allergan warnings about botox!!

    Also please look at the site which I have created with my wife to try to support other people who are suffering from the side effects of botox.To find the web site google – “botox support community”

    Here you will read posts from people who are experiencing the same side effects that allergan warns about… but what is not clear from allergan for obvious reasons is the severity of these side effects.

    There are people who are not able to go to work because of the severity of body twitches, the nausea, the anxiety which can last sometimes for over 12 months.

    I am all for people making their own choices, if you are well informed and choose to continue to have botox, and this works for you, I am happy :-)

    What we hope to do though it both warn people about the real effects of the drug, and also to help people who are suffering..

    I hope that people find this information useful.
    If you have any questions or comments, please post here, or e-mail us via the site…. we would love to get your feedback.

    Regards,

    Cameron

  59. Tina on December 7th, 2011 8:36 am

    I got botox for the first time yesterday for my tmj. I have headaches and a stomach ache since the injections. I am hoping these symptoms lessen. My jaw has began to hurt less and I pray it continues to work. I was told I had to blend my food to eat. So aad long as this works I can’t eat normal food with out pain

  60. Duncan Salloway on January 6th, 2012 12:55 am

    I received 100 units for chronic headaches Jan.,4 2012 although the injects were discomforting they were not bad, however I woke up @ 6:00a.m. with a splitting 10+ headache, I can not guarantee the headache was from the Botox( I have Hydrocephalus and do experience these types of headaches on occasion it is usualy a sign of broken shunt) I hope that the other is not the case, time will tell.

    Thanks for letting me vent had i been told I would get that headache I still would have had the injections if the long term effects are as I was told in reducing my daily headaches.

    Duncan

  61. Duncan Salloway on January 7th, 2012 1:52 am

    Day 2 Again I woke up at 6:30 and needed 30 mg of oxycodon my head was so sore I lay down again woke @ 7:45 and still needed an additional 30 mg ice and 15 minutes of Hell until the oxycodon kicked in after that I smoked a medical marijuana joint and finally relief. I hope this pain ends soon and it starts doing what it was suppose to ( relieve my headaches not increase them.

  62. catherine lopez on January 11th, 2012 1:49 am

    never ever ever have botox its terrible please i warn you all, you think your getting rid of wrinkle but really your creating more worse deeper ones afer 6 months you skin looks horrid makes you rely on botox terrible.

  63. Mary on January 11th, 2012 8:52 pm

    I’d like to update my blog. After my first experience with Botox on Sept. 20, I experienced side effects for two days. These include dizziness, flu-like symptoms, headache, night sweat, droopy eyelid, and spasms in the eyelid that drooped. By the third day, I felt fine and the botox did what it was supposed to–I was actally very happy with the results. The only thing that stuck around a while was the eyelid spasms, although they were less and less until they stopped altogether around the second month.

  64. Rita on January 14th, 2012 5:59 am

    I had Botox before 3years. It was the worst thing I ever did. Mouth moved to one sight, and my eyes became bigger as an owl. I still have problem with my left eyebrow.

  65. Deb Peebles on January 17th, 2012 5:10 am

    I have had Botox injections for the last 4 years and receiving the injections every 3 months. I have never really had any type of reactions. The odd time one eyebrow might raise higher than the other one but that only last about a few weeks or so.(it seems when one spot receives more Botox than the other side) but I mention it to my specialist and now she is more aware of it. I had brain surgery about 7 years ago and should had the botox right away but I didn’t. I do recommend if your specialist or doctor states you should have this treatment. It might hurt abit when it is injected but I am now putting on a cream to numb my skin prior to my injections. I get 3 vials each time. I am so grateful for Botox, it may not get totally relieve my headaches but it does make my pain much more manageable.

  66. Mary on January 24th, 2012 1:11 am

    I had an extreme allergic toxic response to Botox. Prior to these injections I had never had an allergic response to any cosmetic procedure or products.
    I looked ten years older from the furrows under my eyes and in my cheeks. They put a shot under my chin to eliminate chin dimpling. It was terrible, had droopy jaws.
    I had an immediate reaction of dizziness and swollen knots in my hand.
    I cannot image why dermatologists do not test for allergies to this drug before administering it.
    It is horrible after 4 months and I don’t know if it will ever be gone.
    Do not use this drug!

  67. Rebecca on January 28th, 2012 8:52 am

    I had botox two times for migraine relief. Unfortunately, it did not help my migraines.

    TO those who asked if it hurt, it reminded me of individual bee stings–certainly not pleasant but not the worst pain I’ve ever heard. I can’t confirm or deny it causes headaches afterward. As a migraine sufferer, I get headaches all the time anyway.

    I usually have a lot of tenderness on the injection sites for the first week or so. Ice helps.

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