I asked my doctor if he could inject Botox for my migraines in my "problem" areas (my bad 11's). He said no BC he's not trained to inject in those areas. The Botox works wonders for my migraines, but I'd also like to get the full benefits of the Botox. He also said I can't go outside Kaiser to get Botox BC my body will eventually start to reject the medication. Can't he put the injections into my 11's so I can have the best of both works? I don't understand what training he needs? Thank you!!
Answer: Not a good idea One of
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Answer: Botox Botox can be used both to treat medical concerns as well as cosmetic concerns. If your injector has not been trained it is best to see another injector for the cosmetic portion. Some insurance carriers will cover Botox for medical reasons, but the cosmetic treatment is not. Having the cosmetic treatment will not cause your body to "reject" the migraine treatment.
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Answer: Botox Botox can be used both to treat medical concerns as well as cosmetic concerns. If your injector has not been trained it is best to see another injector for the cosmetic portion. Some insurance carriers will cover Botox for medical reasons, but the cosmetic treatment is not. Having the cosmetic treatment will not cause your body to "reject" the migraine treatment.
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February 17, 2017
Answer: Botox for migraines. Your Kaiser plan cover's the area for medical necessity. When you start to have the injections for cosmetic purposes you would likely need to pay an out of pocket cost. It is possible that the doctor is not comfortable with the cosmetic application. In that case, I'm sure you could find a well trained doctor or nurse injector that can take care of the cosmetic "11's", you'll simply have to pay for it. Be well!
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February 17, 2017
Answer: Botox for migraines. Your Kaiser plan cover's the area for medical necessity. When you start to have the injections for cosmetic purposes you would likely need to pay an out of pocket cost. It is possible that the doctor is not comfortable with the cosmetic application. In that case, I'm sure you could find a well trained doctor or nurse injector that can take care of the cosmetic "11's", you'll simply have to pay for it. Be well!
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February 17, 2017
Answer: Improving the "11's" with Botox and Botox for Migraines Treating migraines with Botox generally means Botox can be injected into the forehead, around the ear, back of the head, and neck muscles. I'm not sure what you mean by your body will eventually reject the medication. It may be that your Doctor isn't trained in treating the glabella area cosmetically, which requires a specific series of injections. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist. Best, Dr. Emer
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February 17, 2017
Answer: Improving the "11's" with Botox and Botox for Migraines Treating migraines with Botox generally means Botox can be injected into the forehead, around the ear, back of the head, and neck muscles. I'm not sure what you mean by your body will eventually reject the medication. It may be that your Doctor isn't trained in treating the glabella area cosmetically, which requires a specific series of injections. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist. Best, Dr. Emer
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March 17, 2017
Answer: The 11s thanks for your enquiry. this sounds a little confusing as part of the protocol for treating migraine with botulinum toxin includes the muscles in the forehead, which would treat the 11s. In fact, it was the Drs. Carruthers, in Vancouver who noticed that treating the forehead for cosmetic reasons caused a reduction in headaches in their patients with migraine - then it was introduced as a treatment for migraine. so, for the treatment to have its best results, this area should be included in your treatment.
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March 17, 2017
Answer: The 11s thanks for your enquiry. this sounds a little confusing as part of the protocol for treating migraine with botulinum toxin includes the muscles in the forehead, which would treat the 11s. In fact, it was the Drs. Carruthers, in Vancouver who noticed that treating the forehead for cosmetic reasons caused a reduction in headaches in their patients with migraine - then it was introduced as a treatment for migraine. so, for the treatment to have its best results, this area should be included in your treatment.
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