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Ellen in LA

Location: Lake Charles, LA
Joined: 25 Nov 2011
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Posted to How long did your Botox headache last? on 5 Jan 2013

From my experience the Dr.'s never want to admit that this is a pretty common side effect. I'm not normally a headache sufferer and after Dysport injections to my forehead I had the most severe headache for 3 weeks. I have never had anything like that before and never want to experience it again. Consumers should file reports/complaints with the FDA.
Posted to How long did your Botox headache last? on 18 Jan 2012

I had 70 units of Dysport which was injected between the brows & above the brows. I suffered with headaches for 4-6 weeks. The relaxed muscles caused my brow to droop & wrinkles on the sides of my eyes. I felt terrible & looked terrible. At about 7 weeks is was mostly worn off. My forehead would spasm without my control. It's been 9 wks. now & I think it is completely gone. What a waste of money & suffering. All the forehead lines are back. I am thankful that it didn't last 4-6 months, because it just would have meant more headaches! Will never use Dysport again.
Posted to How long did your Botox headache last? on 8 Dec 2011

These things need to be reported to the FDA, the Dr.s & the pharmaceutical companies I think. Good for you! Consumers need to know the full risk so they can make their decision to use the product based on real facts. All I was ever told was that it was perfectly safe & was not told or given any information prior to the injection of the possbile side effects.
Posted to How long did your Botox headache last? on 8 Dec 2011

Now on my 28th day after Dysport injections, I'm having moderate to severe headache. Head feels like it is in a vice being squeezed tight. Took a mild muscle relaxer & that hasn't helped. Just took 2 Aleve & hoping for a little relief. I see my Dr. tomorrow but I doubt he will help. If these headaches last 4-5 mos. until the Dysport wears off, I may be crazy by then. I want my normal life back!!
Posted to How long did your Botox headache last? on 8 Dec 2011

I totally agree with you on staying away from this toxic substance. I've only had this injected once about 4 weeks ago & will not do it again. I have been miserable with headaches exactly like you've described. It feels like my head is being squeezed in a vice and have had a rapid heart beat & my blood pressure elevated. I've never had these type of headaches or high blood pressure in my life. I was also told by my Dr. that it is perfectly safe & was not warned of any side effects before injections.

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