Is my Forehead Infected at the Injection Site of Botox?

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I have been getting Botox for 10+ years and never experienced this. I have a very tender spot between my eyes that is sore to the touch like a bruise but with no bruising. I had my last injections over a month ago and did not have any tenderness at first. It is getting worse every week. No where else on my forehead is tender. Can the injection spot be infected?

Paul S. Nassif, MD · Answer

It is difficult to give you advice without performing an exam, but It is very unlikely there is an infection at the injection spot. I would recommend visiting your physician who performed your injections and having them take a look at the area. I hope this helps, and I wish you the best of luck.

Sam Naficy, MD, FACS · Answer

A month post-Botox injections, it isn't common for you to have an infection. If you haven't re-visited your provider to further assess the area and review treatment(s) & any other potential causes of the tenderness, that would be the first step.

Jonathan C. Weinrach, MD, FACS · Answer

Infection after a Botox injection is unusual, but certainly not impossible.  You should go see your injector for an exam.

Houtan Chaboki, MD · Answer

I've not heard of infection after Botox injection, especially 1 month after treatment. The skin can, however, become infected for all kinds of reasons. You should ask your Botox injector to examine you. Only after a comprehensive evaluation can he/she provide appropriate guidance.

	Dr. Chaboki

Jo Herzog, MD · Answer

I have never seen an infected Botox injection site but I have learned to never say that anything can never happen. However, it is unlikely. It is possible that you have a cyst there. I would see the person that did the injections and get their opinion.

Is my Forehead Infected at the Injection Site of Botox?

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