I Have Suffered with Angioedema Once Which Lasted for 6 Months. Is It Safe for Me to Have Botox? (photo)

October 23, 2012
Asked By:jbusow

I would like to have Botox in my forehead but have suffered from Angioedema in the past . It happened about 2 years ago and lasted for 6 months. Could the Botox cause the Angioedema to return?

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October 22, 2013

Answer: I Have Suffered with Angioedema Once Which Lasted for 6 Months. Is It Safe for Me to Have Botox?

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October 22, 2013

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