I had botox for the first time today. The doctor injected a vein in my forehead twice. The vein is currently raised, painful and I have a headache. The injection sites into it are visible. There is no pain at any other injection site. Are there any complications I need to be concerned about due to the vein being injected with Botox?
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February 5, 2015
Answer: Botox into Vein
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Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
This area is not an area to treat with Botox, but it will respond to fillers nicely. Happily, fillers last longer than Botox in general, so do have a consultation with an experienced injector to find out what is right for you.
There is almost no side effects from Botox and if you are concerned please see your injector. There is nothing to reverse the cosmetic effects of botox except for waiting/time. Best, Dr. Emer.
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