I have diabetes and plan to get Botox for my forehead tomorrow. Is there any risk for me?

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I am diabetic taking Januvia, Metformin , INVOKANA daily. Also, I am taking Oxybutynin 5mg daily and Losartan. Is there any risk for me?

Anil R. Shah, MD · Answer

There is no contraindication for diabetes and botox treatments.  Botox works locally, so its effects distal from the site of injection are minimal.  Best Dr. Anil Shah

Praven Chetty, MD · Answer

Dear hsoltani:As long your Diabetes Mellitus is well controlled, you should be safe having your Botox treatment for your forehead.  Wishing you all the best.  Dr. Chetty

Carmen A. Traywick, MD, FAAD · Answer

Everyone has unique expressions. We move our facial muscles in a repetitive way and over time those repetitive movements cause wrinkles and fine lines. When you start to experience the signs of aging, Botox are available to diminish unwanted wrinkles and creases in your face. Botox  lock the release of a chemical called acetylcholine, which triggers the muscle contractions that create wrinkles. Botox essentially paralyze the muscles and stops them from contracting. Results from these treatments are visible within 3-7 days with results that can last anywhere from 3-4 months.Patients with well controlled diabetes should have no problems or concerns with getting Botox itself. Hope this helps.

Neel Bector, MD · Answer

Thank you for your inquiry. Patients with well controlled diabetes should have no problems or concerns with getting Botox itself. I will say that the only important consideration is that the injector be a cosmetic doctor and that the environment must be clean. Diabetic patients have a slightly higher risk of infection post Botox and this risk can be minimized when you visit a medical clinic / spa.
Best regards, Dr. Bector

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

Patients with diabetes whose blood sugar levels are well controlled ,have the same risks as the general population when treated with botox. Go ahead and indulge.

Erik Suh, MD · Answer

Botox works in the nerve ending of muscles, and do not interfere with any of your medications you are on.   And there are no contraindications to getting Botox injections with these diagnosis.

Susan Longar, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  With well controlled diabetes, you may have a slightly higher risk for infection than the general public, however this risk is very small.  I hope you enjoy your new look!

Paul Fondacaro, MD · Answer

Botox can safely be used in patients with diabetes as long as the diabetes is well controlled

Maha S. Shakir, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for the question. You need to have well controlled diabetes before receiving Botox treatment. Good luck

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Lana Long, MD · Answer

Go for it, it is the most popular cosmetic procedure in my office.   If your diabetes is well controlled you will have the same minimal risks as other patients.   Lana Long MD

I have diabetes and plan to get Botox for my forehead tomorrow. Is there any risk for me?

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