Flu like symptoms after cosmetic Botox injection. Any suggestions?

April 22, 2016
Asked By:mimi11072015 in Chicago, IL

I have received 44 u of botox for my 11s and eyes on Monday, on Thursday i started feeling flu like symptoms . It was 3rd day after injection. I have low grade fever, upper body ache, I feel weak in my arms and fatigue all over, I have little cough and sore throat. NO headache. Would it be possible side effect of my injection? If yes is there anything I can do to make this go away faster? How long it will last? I'm first time botox user and I'm 47 health, fit women. I exercise daily, no health problems.

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April 23, 2016

Answer: Flu symptoms after Botox

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April 23, 2016

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May 6, 2016

Answer: It is highly unlikely that your flu symptoms are related to your Botox injections.

May 6, 2016

Answer: It is highly unlikely that your flu symptoms are related to your Botox injections.