How long after Botox injections can side effects start?

August 19, 2016
Asked By:picturesquebyproxy in Lititz, PA

I receive Botox for migraine treatment. I had my second round about a month ago. Today, while I was sitting at work, all of a sudden it felt like someone punched me, and the area is slightly swollen. It is at a point where I had an injection (above my eyebrow). I get migraines, and it could just be something weird with that, but could it be something from the Botox after a month? And so randomly?

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August 19, 2016

Answer: One Month After Botox, Swelling & Pain At Injection Site - Is It The Botox?

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July 30, 2018

Answer: It is very unlikely this id related to your Botox treatment especially after 1 month.

July 30, 2018

Answer: It is very unlikely this id related to your Botox treatment especially after 1 month.