Ive had Botox treatments a handful of times. During my last visit I was getting injections on my forehead and felt it travel to the back of my head in a zig zag motion. It freaked me out at the time. I want to get Botox again but now I'm nervous. Is this normal to happen?
August 10, 2014
Answer: Botox is very safe and wouldn't worry, scalp sensation is related to a nerve being irritated The sensation you described is possible if a nerve is irritated by the needle during the Botox injection. This is not a permanent issue and should not be of any concern.
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August 10, 2014
Answer: Botox is very safe and wouldn't worry, scalp sensation is related to a nerve being irritated The sensation you described is possible if a nerve is irritated by the needle during the Botox injection. This is not a permanent issue and should not be of any concern.
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August 11, 2014
Answer: Botox and traveling pain Yes this is normal and can happen. The pain is caused by being near or actually hitting a nerve which happens. The surgeon cannot see the nerve but does know the general area. When injection is done into or near a nerve, pain can travel. Probably the pain was more likely to the top of your head but wherever it bothered you. This will cause no lasting issue. You may have Botox for the next 50 years and never have that happen again. You will be fine. My Best, Dr C
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August 11, 2014
Answer: Botox and traveling pain Yes this is normal and can happen. The pain is caused by being near or actually hitting a nerve which happens. The surgeon cannot see the nerve but does know the general area. When injection is done into or near a nerve, pain can travel. Probably the pain was more likely to the top of your head but wherever it bothered you. This will cause no lasting issue. You may have Botox for the next 50 years and never have that happen again. You will be fine. My Best, Dr C
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