In all likelihood it is a coincidence that you noticed these veins. Botox does not cause changes to veins. The puncture occurred on one side and cause a small bruises. However, you say the veins are on both sides. So, that rules out the puncture as a cause just based on that information. However, a... more
Prominent veins after Botox for crow's feet
I had Botox for crows feet eight months ago. The Botox effects are gone (and they were not good), but now I have what looks like a varicose vein next to the corner of each eye. I did not have this before. I know the doctor punctured a vein on the worst side because I got a big lump and bruising, which took a week to subside. Now eight months later, I have the popped veins near the temple area of each eye. What can be done about this?
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6 answers to “Prominent veins after Botox for...”A: Botox does not usually effect the veins
Although you may be more aware of the presence of veins in this area, Botox is not known to cause increasing prominence of venous structures. I am not sure what is the explanation for what you are observing but it does not seem to be related from a medical standpoint. I am sorry that I could not provide you... more
A: Lasers may help veins after Botox
Botox for the crow's feet area has one of the highest patient satisfaction rate of all procedures. I am very sorry to hear that you did not have a good result. It is not uncommon to have bruising since there are many small veins in that area. However, Botox treatment is not known to cause varicose veins. It is... more
A: Botox injections do not cause varicose veins
Following injection of Botox in the crows feet area or any areas, you may get slight bleeding or a bruise, but this does not lead into varicose veins. You probably had this before the injections. These veins can be improved by lasers.
A: Prominent veins and botox
The crows feet area in general has a tendency to develop visible veins. Botox generally does not produce varicose veins. It is reasonable to suggest that a vein was inadvertently injected which could cause it to appear more prominent. To address your concern, we have successfully treated these... more
A: Consider XEO laser for veins around eyes
Veins around the eyes can be safely treated with a XEO laser by an experienced doctor, with great results. Unfortunately, any type of injections around the eyes can cause bruising and swelling due to the many blood vessels. Icing prior and post procedural may help prevent bruising.
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26 Apr 2009
Any phlebologist, vein specialist will tell you that Botox does not cause angiogenesis, i.e. creation of veins. This has not been borne out of research studies or clinical experience. Is it possible, YES, but very very very unlikely. You need to be treated for these but be very careful and try not to have them injected with sclerosing solutions. Often, microsurgical stab phlebectomy will remove these veins if they are sizeable and if they are small enough, they can be treeted with lasers.