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Allergic to the Albumin in Botox, Now Having Extreme Edema Throughout Body, When Will it Subside?

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heathandfitMar 25, 2012

I found out a few months ago that I have a strong sensitivity to albumin and didn't realize it was used in botox. I received the injection and now I am experiencing extreme edema throughout my whole body. When might this subside? When I have consumed eggs, it goes away in a couple of days but not sure about with the botox.

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