Botox Side Effects

I read that Botox has some side effects like droopy eyelids. Is Botox safe?  Any tips for making sure my Botox (first time!) has no bad side effects?

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Is Botox Poisonous?

Someone told me Botox is poisonous. Is that true?  Does that make Botox dangerous to use?

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Will I Get Permanent Side Effects if I Try Botox Just Once?

Is it possible to try Botox just once or once you start the procedure there will be a permanent effect on the area if you don't keep up with the...

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Botox Risky if You Have Bell's Palsy History?

Have a slightly drooping lid and smile/bell's palsy incomplete smile & sliglhtly smaller eye, droopy lid- both residual from bell's palsy. b/c i...

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Can Botox Cause Wrinkles if I Get Too Many Injections?

There have been times when I've had Botox and it did not "take" so I went back the following week to have more injected. At times I've gone...

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Risk of Botox Migration in Face

I recently had upper eyelid surgery that included the use of Botox in my forehead. At the same time I had Radiesse injected in nasal folds. Five days...

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Did I Have Too Much Botox?

I have had Botox several times. I just turned 50 and it has worked well in the past. Two weeks ago, I had the following injections that did not really...

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Why Did I End Up in the Emergency Room After Botox Injections?

I experienced horrible visual disturbances after Botox injections.  I ended up in the emergency room.  The doctor injected near my lower...

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Botox Injection Possible on 1 Side of Jaw?

I have a prominent jawline on one side of my face and had Botox on both jaws before. On the side with the larger jaw, I noticed that its masseter...

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Does Botox Cause Birth Defects?

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Is It Safe to Undergo Major Procedure After Botox?

What are the risks of a procedure under general anesthesia after Botox treatment?

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Should Patients with Family History of Myasthenia Gravis Avoid Botox?

If my grandmother had Myasthenia Gravis, should I avoid Botox? Her symptoms started in her 70s, with a droopy eyelid. I don't think I have the disease...

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Stroke After Botox? Possible Side Effect?

I personally know two people who received Botox treatments. One treatment was to stop ocular spasms and the other was for appearance purposes around...

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Is It Ok for a Medical Technician to Inject Botox or Juvederm?

There is no MD at the "medical spa" I have used. The technician I go to has 10+ years in the industry and most with Botox or Juvederm. ...

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Can Botox Injections Harm my Unborn Baby?

Hi Doctors, I am pregnant (10 weeks) and was also wondering whether I can have s/c injections of any kind in my face? Also how local agent like Botox,...

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Can Botox Injected into the Forehead Go Through and Get into the Bloodstream?

I have received botox injections quarterly for several years. Recently, I've not felt right--headachy (never happened before)and feel a little...

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Is Botox Safe for Patient Who Had Guillain-Barré?

I have an older friend who had Guillain-Barré and wants to get Botox. If this is unsafe, what are his other options?

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Is It Safe to get Botox 10 Days After IPL?

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Risk of Being Unable to Swallow After Botox in the Neck?

I read that some people that got injected with Botox in their neck couldn't swallow and had to be fed by a tube for months because the injector...

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I Have a Paralized Vocal Cord - Can I Still Have a Botox Treatment?

I was diagnosed with a right paralized vocal cord from the swine flu vaccine. I went through speech therapy and my voice is fine but the paralysis is...

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Adverse Effects of Expired Botox

I believe I received botox that had expired 5 months ago. I am having pain & spasms above my left eye. What are the risks of using expired diluted...

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How Long Until You Might See Negative Side Effects of Botox (Eye Drop, Etc..)?

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I Didn't Know I Was Pregnant and I Had Botox

Hi there, 1 weeks ago I found out I was 12 weeks pregnant and 2 weeks ago I had botox injections on my face: around eye and forehead. I did not know I...

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Is Botox Safe To Use In My Face If I've Had Bells Palsy?

I am 33 year old and I had a bell’s palsy around 15 years ago and still I have left with a few residual drooping in my left eye and eyebrow. I...

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Do I Run the Risk of Eyebrow Drooping if I Have Botox Injected in Glabella?

Im getting married next month and decided do botox in glabella. Ive read that is safer because there is minimal risk of eyebrow drop or any other...

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Is Juverderm and Botox Safe for Patients with Lupus

I am 36 and considering Botox and juverderm, I need to know if this is safe for me....I am not taking any meds for lupus.....I have a mild case.......

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At Dr. Appointment the Botox Syringe Exploded All over my Eye Area

I'm very afraid - could I get the botulinum toxin as this was a mucus membrane? Does botox absorb topically?

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3 Weeks After Receiving Botox, when Can I Massage my Face?

I had Botox 3 weeks ago and like the results. I am still a little nervous, though, when I inadvertently rub my face. When can I safely massage or rub...

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If I Get 10 Units of Botox While Nursing, is It Still Safe to Continue Nursing?

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Is Botox Safe To Use for Treatment of Frown Line If I've Had Bells Palsy?

I am 32 year old and I had a bell’s palsy around 15 years ago and still I have left with a few residual drooping in my left eye and eyebrow...

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I've Heard Conflicting Things About Getting A Facelift After Botox Injections. What Really is Right?

Some of you say absolutely safe to have Facelift with Botox injections that have already been done. On the other hand I am getting warnings of that it...

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Can Less Units of Botox in Glabella Prevent from Side Effects? Does Concentration Matter?

Iam going to have botox injection in my glabella.Im affraid of side effects.Can less units of botox prevent from having side effects?The average...

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Can Botox Increase Risk of Getting Multiple Myeloma?

I have MGUS (Monoclonal Gammopathy of Unknown Significance), a condition that puts me at risk of having Multiple Myeloma in the future. Could Botox...

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I Received Botox the Morning Prior to Conception. What Are the Risks?

I received botox (eyes/forehead) the morning prior to conception. I am now 6 weeks pregnant. What are the risks to my baby?

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Will the Effect of Improper Botox Treatment Be Limited to the Injection Area, or Will It Spread to Other Parts of the Body?

Are the side-effects of a botox injection similar to the symptoms of botulism? What are those side effects? Where can it spread?

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Scared of Botox For Forehead Lines- What Are The Risks?

Hi, I am 29 and I have horizontal forehead lines on my forehead that make me look older. I would love to have botox but im terrified of it. what are...

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Botox and Potential Dangers of Platysmal Band Injections?

I'm a 45 year old woman considering botox for platysmal bands but very concerned about swallowing/breathing difficulties reported. However...

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Is It Ok to Take Normal Medications After Getting Botox? Like Allergy Medication?

I suffer from allergies and wanted to know if it is OK to take something like Benadryl after getting Botox injections in my forehead. I think it is ok...

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Botox Has Cause My Lower Eyelids to Sag, Will this Go Away Eventually?

I was injected with botox on Sept 6 with 20 units around my crowsfeet & 4 of them were near the underneath of my outer eyes. Then I went back...

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Currently I Take Coreg, Pradaxa and Vasotec, and had A Small Stroke Last year, am I a Candidate For Botox?

I had a small stroke last year but it didnt have any after effects. I wanted to try Botox but not sure with the above medications. Looking to try it...

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Can Botox Injections Leave Residue on Skin? Is This Risky?

Can Botox injections leave residue on skin, and can this be ingested accidentally (ie hands or showering)? How many units of Botox ingested are toxic?

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Botox Opinion Please ~ neuro-muscular disease

I am 39 years old and have significant dynamic wrinkles around my eyes when smiling. I know botox would improve these lines, but...for the past 13...

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Is It Safe To Get Botox/Fillers While Attempting Pregnancy With Donor Eggs?

I am planning to try to get pregnant using donor eggs soon and am wondering if it is safe to get botox and possibly fillers about a month in advance...

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Risks of Fixing Lower Lip with Botox?

Hi there, what are the risks of correcting a crooked lower lip with botox or other procedures. It is not neurological, just a weak muscle on left...

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Can You Have Botox if You Have PBC?

I have pbc and want botox and fillers can i get it.

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Is It Safe to Get Botox While Taking 15 Mgs of Prednizone?

Is It Safe to Get Botox While Taking 15 Mgs of Prednizone?

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Risks of using Botox for bands vs. necklift?

What risks are associated with a botox treatment for neckbands as opposed to other options? How often are the muscles affected for movement of the...

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Can Botox for Hyperhidrosis Cause Overheating?

If sweating is how our bodies get rid of excess heat, can Botox / hyperhidrosis injections cause the body to overheat?

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I Am Having Breast Surgery is It Ok to Have Botox the Week Before and iF Not How Long After

I Am Having Breast Surgery is It Ok to Have Botx the Week Before and iF Not How Long After

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Post Botox Eye Injection Side Effects and Healing, And General Botox Questions.

What is prevalence of crystalline/metallergic type of materials oozing out of botox inj sites 4.5 months post botox causing inflam, swelling/hardening...

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Can Botox for Hyperhidrosis Increase my Risk of Infection in my Armpit?

I have been receiving botox for hyperhidrosis in my armpits. My next set of injections are mid-February 2012 -my 4th time but 2.5 weeks ago I had a...

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Is It Save to Use Botox to Correct 'Lion's Wrinkle' 5 Months After Nose Surgery?

I had a nose surgery 5 months ago, and although it looks great already it is still healing. I soon would like to take care of the 'lion's...

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2 Months After Botox Injection I Have a Rash on my Legs and a Bit on my Arms Could This Be Related?

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I Had Botox Done a Couple of Times and with Each Time I Experienced More Shortness of Breath. Results Are Great, But I'm Worried

I had Botox done a couple of times and with each time I was experiencing more shortness of breath. I love the results, but I am scared of getting...

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Got Botox Three Weeks Ago, my Eye Droops and Doctor Wants to Inject More Botox, Okay?

Is it okay to have the doctor inject more botox after my eye droops?

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Upper Eyelid Has Natural Droop. Would Botox Increase Risk of Ptosis?

Hello, I am 24 years old and considering Botox. One of my upper eyelids has a slight natural droop, I believe I have had this since birth. I was...

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Taking Magnesium Sulfate After Botox

I am over 2 weeks post my first botox appt and 1 week post touch-up. I recently began a liver cleanse and last night and this morning ingested...

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Botox Shortly Before Conceive, Could this Have Been Potentially Harmful?

I've had botox injections (20 units) to my glabella 5 weeks prior to conceive. I'm really worried how this could affect my baby. There are a...

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When Injecting Botox for Forehead Wrinkles, What Are the Chances of the Botox Travelling to the Lungs?

I have quite severe asthma in the sense that it is quite impredictible (even though my PEF is excellent), and it sometimes worsens very quickly. I am...

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I Would Like to Hear About Safety of Botox from a Doctor Who Does Sell Botox?

Surely there are doctors who have researched Botox and then have chosen to not sell it to their patients. I would like to hear about their experiences...

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Is it Okay to do Botox on My Face if I Have Excema?(photo)

Hello, I suffer from excema on my face alot. Swelling severe itching etc. question is Would Botox injections be a bad thing for me or not? could it...

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I've Heard Botox is Botulism So How Many Units Would It Take Before It Could Cause Me Harm?

I've Heard Botox is Botulism So How Many Units Would It Take Before It Could Cause Me Harm, Paralysis, or Could it Possibly Cause Death?

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How Much for an Injection in Arm? I've Heard a Shot In the Arm Can Help a Quad's Hand Move?

Understand that botox shot into the arm made a quad's hand moveable enough to use it. How much for an injection in my quad son's elbow to help...

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Botox Gave Me Eye Bags, What Went Wrong?

I had Botox injected into the eyebrow area to elevate the brow, however this did absolutely nothing and now it seems to have the totally unacceptable...

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Botox and Closed Angle Glaucoma Combination Safe?

Hi, I have read the reviews about open angle glaucoma and botox, however is it safe for patients with acute closed angle glaucoma to have botox in the...

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Can Botox Cause Bells Palsy Symptoms?

I had Botox injections between my eyes and in my forehead, two days later i woke up with my right side of my face and neck swollen. My primary care...

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Can Botox Cause Permanent Facial Nerve Damage?

I have been suffering from horrific pain in my face for 18 months. I never had anything like it before. So what happened 18 months ago that could have...

Could Botox Cause Raised GGT Levels in the Blood?

I have had results of a blood tst which show raised GGT levels in my blood and cannot think how this has occurred. I have regular treatments of Botox...

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