Botox for Migraines: Q&A
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I had botox injections by my neurologist for migraines. It has been about 8 weeks. I am now experiencing hair loss. Is this a normal side effect?
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Kc in az
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Botox has not been connected with hair loss
Telogen effluvium s a condition in which more hairs are lost roughly three months afer a signficant stress. This can be a physiologic stress or emotional stress. Your migranes might have been such a stress and although you're at two, not three months, maybe yours is this temporary effluvium! See a dermatologist who specializes in hair loss.
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Botox and hair loss
Dr. Barankin answers this question as I would have-Botox is not reported to cause hair loss and you should be evaluated by your primary care physician or a dermatologist for further potential causes.
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Hair loss not caused by Botox
Botox has not been reported to cause hair loss, nor is it plausible that it could have done so. Best to see your dermatologist to assess other causes for your hair loss.
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Botox unlikely cause of hair loss
I doubt that your new hair loss was caused by botox. Botox is a local medication that only acts within a few centimeters of where it is injected. Hair loss can be a very complex process, and a dermatologist can help you better evaluate its cause and identify potential treatments.
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Botox does not cause hair loss
Botox is not the cause of your hair loss. Please see your physician for assessment of hair loss. It could be related to stress, certain medications, previous pregnancy or surgery, or a medical condition such as thyroid problems.
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I spoke to my neurologist today. Received 1st Botox migraine injections in April. My hair started falling out by the full stand in May. Received 2nd injections in August. Went yesterday back to the Neurologist and he said it is ABSOLUTELY from the Botox injections as it goes right to the nerve. He told me to stop them and gave me Zinc for hair loss. Also my eyebrows and eyelashes fell out (not completely thou.) The dr also said it is rare but he does have one other patient that this has happened too. I hope this helps... Wishing now for my hair to come back. Good luck everyone!!