I have very mild neutropenia (does not affect my everyday life) and I recently got botox in my forehead to lift my eyebrows (I am only in my mid 20s so it was not used for wrinkle purposes). I have had no side effects apart from a mild headache which is slowly subsiding. I was just wondering whether I should be worried about a potential future autoimmune response from having botox (1 week ago)? Just looking for some reassurance! Many thanks!
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Thank you for your question. No, Botox will not help. If it is pulsating there is blood supply like a vein or artery. You need to see a physician for evaluation and treatment.
You have a ptotic (droopy) eyelid because the muscle which elevates the lid was effected by the Botox. Often the Apraclonidine drops fixes the problem. Fortunately, the eyelid will elevate without treatment in a month. I do not believe acupuncture will help, although I have seen it work for...