“Dysport and botox together - tight head”
Dysport: NOT worth it
Pain: Severe
Almost 2 weeks ago I had dysport for the first time in my forehead and botox in my upper forehard and around my eyes.
The doctor did not tell me that they are usually not combined. I had a bad reaction when she injected the dysport with pain and swelling so I asked her to switch. Since then, my eyelids are swollen and my whole scalp is tight and tingly. I have chest tightness too and went to the ER but my heart seems fine. I am extremely nervous about the combination now.
I was looking fatigued and wanted a more youthful look. I probbaly just look more anxious as I am so freaked out by the symtoms. I had 50 units of dysport and I am not sure the amount of botox. Any advice would be really appreciated.
Oct 20, 2009Comments and replies (3)
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8 Nov 2009
I had injections of Dysport about three weeks ago. I ended up in the ER twice. Here is my story: I had about 6 injections in my forehead and temples about an hour to two after this I experienced a numbing in the back of my throat along with my heart racing and a feeling like I was going to faint and couldn't catch my breath. I went to the ER and they couldn’t find anything “wrong” with me. I felt "OK" for about a week and a half after that but then experienced a pain in my right ear and throat. I thought it might have to do with my teeth so I went to the dentist - he found nothing. That same day I was sitting getting my hair done when all of a sudden my heart was racing out of my chest and I felt like I was going to pass out and die, honestly. An ambulance was called and I was rushed to the hospital. My heart rate was doubled and I needed to take some volume to come me down. I was released from the ER and told it was possibly and anxiety attack. I then went to my doctor a few days later. She explained to me that there was a chance I suffered from side effects from Dysport however she was not 100% sure. I can tell you I have NEVER felt this way in my whole life and it seemed right after I received my Dysport injections I felt this way. I am never going to Dysport again which is unfortunate because the results were great however it is not worth risking my health over a few lines in my forehead. Honestly it scared me to death I’m interested if anyone else has felt this way as well. Again, I am not 100% sure how I felt was from Dysport however I can tell you I was fine before and never experienced anything like I have been over the last few weeks since my injections. I’d be interested in knowing if anyone else has experienced similar results as I have.
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12 Nov 2009
Mine never worked. I received Dysport in Septeber to rid of frown lines between my eyes and have yet to see results. All I have is nothing to show for - just deep frown lines and heaviness on my forehead.