Allergic to botox: swelling, burning, itching at/around injection sites. Does this mean I can't use Botox again?

February 17, 2017
Asked By:princessberni in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

3 weeks ago I had a severe reaction to Botox on forehead. still recovering. I have used it several times before with no ill effects. Can I try xeomin??

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February 19, 2017

Answer: This is not the usual allergy to Botox.

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Answer: This is not the usual allergy to Botox.

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February 19, 2017

Answer: Allergic to Botox - does this mean I can't use it again?

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February 19, 2017

Answer: Allergic to Botox - does this mean I can't use it again?

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February 19, 2017

Answer: Botox

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February 19, 2017

Answer: Botox

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July 31, 2018

Answer: It had to be something else that injection site came in contact with such as numbing cream, sterilization product or something

July 31, 2018

Answer: It had to be something else that injection site came in contact with such as numbing cream, sterilization product or something

March 6, 2017

Answer: Botox

March 6, 2017

Answer: Botox