Botox for migraine: dizziness and loss of balance. Are these side effects happening because the botox is wearing off?

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This is for my son, he is 20 suffers from migraines. 3 months ago he got botox. 2 weeks ago he started feeling dizzy when he stood. But now he turned his head to answer someone and he stumbled backwards and fell to the gound. Does these side effects happen because the botox is wearing off. He does go for his next treatment with the neurologist this week. Or should he go to the family doctor.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

For unique cases where a variety of modalities could be used to treat the condition, I would suggest an in-person or virtual consultation to develop a custom and effective treatment plan.  It is difficult to precisely define the best option without collecting the same information. I suggest reaching out to an expert for a consultation with surgical and non-surgical methods to get a comprehensive option. Best, Dr. Emer.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

The symptom's you described that your son experienced do not sound likely to be related to his Botox wearing off.  His neurologist should be consulted about these symptoms.  Best wishes.

Jo Herzog, MD · Answer

I do not think that your son's dizziness is related to his Botox wearing off but the best person to determine that would be his neurologist. An appointment with neurologist would be best .

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