Will Botox trigger inflammation and cause hair loss?

Question

Hello, I have recently lost hair as a side effect from the covid Pfizer injection. I have seen an immunologist and vaccine specialist to be diagnosed with traction Alopecia triggered from the vaccine and inflammation. It is supposedly temporary and will stop itself within a few months. I have held off getting my Botox because I am unsure if Botox triggers inflammation or has the potential to trigger the bodies inflammation response. Thank you

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

There is no known link between Botox treatments and hair loss.  You should be fine to proceed as planned.  If you are uncomfortable you can elect to wait until you have fully recovered from the inflammatory reaction you had to the Covid vaccine.

Gianfranco Frojo, MD · Answer

Traction alopecia is a result of hair follicle trauma usually from someone pulling on the hair or from very tight braids. Alopecia may also result from increased stress. I would recommend seeing a board-certified or board-eligible plastic surgeon or board-certified dermatologist regarding your hair loss.

Shana Kalaria, MD · Answer

If anything Botox injected to the scalp can stimulate hair growth by relaxing the small muscles surrounding the hair follicles. Botox injected to the face should have no detrimental effects of hair loss or an increase in inflammation. Best of luck!

Douglas Taranow, DO, FACOS · Answer

I have not heard or read about Botox causing any inflammatory response nor leading to hair loss. I feel it is safe in your condition. 
Best wishes 
Dr. Taranow.

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