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Thank you for the question. It is totally normal for you to feel like something is crawling on your head and shoulder after Botox -- as long as something is crawling on your head and shoulder. Botox should not cause any numbness or "phantom" sensations, though people describe the feeling of the neurotoxin taking effect in different ways. Good luck!
Hello PhantomPhan21,I only inject neuromodulators for cosmetic reasons, but it has been found that the very first injection- some will expect a heaviness, headache or flu like feeling as they are not used to not being able to move those muscles. If perhaps you have had these injections to the neck/body for migraine or medical purposes, the same can apply as you could experience odd sensations due to non-movement of muscle groups in which you are used to.
These symptoms are not commonly associated with botox treatments. The good news is that botox wears off in 3-4 months. If your symptoms persist, I would recommend following-up with your primary care provider.
Thank you for your post. I have not heard of this type of reaction after Botox/Dysport injections. If it persists, I would call and follow-up with your injector for an evaluation.Sincerely,Dr. Benjamin J. Cousins MD Board Certified plastic Suregon
I can honestly say, I have never encountered that with patients that we have treated with Botox injections since 2005. That would be unusual.Some of the usual occurrences may be a headache lasting 24 hours that occurs in less than 10% of individuals, or a slight swelling or small bruise.
Thank you for the question. There is no interaction between the two drugs, as they act in very different ways. Good luck!
Thank you for the question. Getting blood work done prior to Botox should have no effect on the Botox. Sleep well, and enjoy your treatment! Good luck!
Hello,The amount of Botox you received does not sound excessive; however, much depends on the muscle movement at the time of your treatment which dictates the dosing. The forehead is a tricky area for the very reason of what you are experiencing. We encourage patients to retain some movement o...
Hi,thanks for the question.I personally feel injecting about 65+ units of botox in masseter area in a single session is excessive.We normally give about 25-30 units each side in a single session.We call the patient for a follow up visit after 2-3 weeks and decide for the touch up if required...
Eight days is certainly within a reasonable time frame to see the development of lid ptosis. A picture would be very helpful to differentiate if this is true lid ptosis, brow ptosis, or swelling. True swelling would more likely be associated with rash or allergy where lid ptosis...
Though uncommon inflammatory reactions in any injection site may occur. Fortunately they resolve over time. If it persists follow up with your surgeon.
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