Nerve Damage from Injection?

August 17, 2012

During a recent Botox injection, I experienced an unusual, searing pain that radiated from the injection site in my forehead straight back in a discernable path through my cranium. It felt hot, burning, and almost like liquid fire. My nurse immediately cited that she had likely hit a nerve. Four days later, I still am experiencing pain - both when palpating my forehead and even when generally doing nothing. Is her assessment accurate, and more importantly, will this desist?

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January 18, 2016

Answer: Wait it out and see if symptoms after Botox injection get better

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January 18, 2016

Answer: Wait it out and see if symptoms after Botox injection get better

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