Headache and Blue bulging veins after Botox

I have had botox treatments on and off for over five years. I then took a two year break from Botox just because. A friend offered to pay for me to get a Botox treatment for forehead and around the "Crows feet" area. I have experience quicker than usual results in only three days all the wrinkles on forehead disappeared. My right eye was opened, but the left side has ached since day three after I received the injections.

There are also large (very visible), blue, bulging veins above and to the left of my eyebrow, and down my temple. The throbbing seems to be spreading to my eye, affecting my vision. I am even experiencing some weird ghost pains in my ear when I put my Bluetooth in it and stronger than usual headaches on that side. Shoud I be concerned? 

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A: Decreased vision after Botox,

Otto Joseph Placik, MD

This is extremely concerning and you should clearly have this evaluated on an urgent or even emergent basis. If you can not get an appointment with your physician ASAP, you should consider going to the ER to have an examination and possible diagnostic studies.

A: See Physician Pronto

Arnold R. Oppenheim, MD

   I too have never seen nor heard of this complication from Botox. I agree with the other physicians who have replied that this is probably coincidental.    I would see your internist or family physician. You may need a referral to a neuro-ophthalmalogist. You would be advised todo... more

A: Symptoms probably not related to Botox.

George J. Beraka, MD

Hi.  These symptoms may be serious and you should see a neurologist right away.  We have done hundreds of Botox injections in Manhattan, and I have not seen anything like this picture.  Your symptoms may have nothing to do with the Botox injections.

A: Blue bulging veins after Botox

Bryan K. Chen, MD

I agree that this is not a normal scenario.  I would go to your physician to be evaluated as soon as possible.  The visual problem you are experiencing is particularly concerning to me.  

A: Blue bulging veins after Botox.

Eric M. Joseph, MD

Blue bulging veins after Botox, along with vision changes are not problems typically seen after a BOTOX injection.  You should see your doctor today for evaluation and management of this unusual scenario. Good luck, and best regards.

A: Go back and see your doctor

David Shafer, MD

 This is highly unusual and you should go see your doctor immediately.  There really is no explanation that the Botox is causing these symptoms except the timing of the injection three days prior.  Since the symptoms are unilateral (only on one side) it also makes it less likely.  However,... more

A: This is not normal

Richard P. Rand, MD

What you are describing is certainly not within the normal range of symptoms some patients have after Botox injections.  I wouls suggest you see your doctor today and be evaluated.  Hopefully these will resolve spontaneously but you should be evaluated. 

A: Botox; Headaches and Blue Bulging Veins After Injections

Michael A. Persky, MD

Hi K8, I am concerned hearing your signs after your Botox injections.  I would advise you to contact and see your injecting physician ASAP for evaluation. Although an occasional patient may complain of a minor headache after Botox, I have never seen or heard of such a reaction to Botox injections. ... more

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