I've been getting botox for about a 1.5 years. I had Botox on Tues and today is Fri. when got home I saw a blue/green vein in the middle of my forehead. The area around it does not appear to be bruised. I called the Dr. about it the next day, he said that I was bleeding a little more than normal and he did notice the "bruised" vein that was slightly to the left of the middle of my forehead. He said give it 3/4 days that it would go away, it was just bruising. It's not going away, super worried
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July 16, 2017
Answer: Visible blue/green vein on my forehead after Botox, which I noticed the same day as the injection.
The botox itself is not painful, but the secondary swelling from your body and the fluid pressure can make it sore until the fluid reabsorbs.
In my experience, time and patients, light massage, and cool compresses will help.
Dr Kristine Brecht
Seattle, Wa
Botox is fabulous for helping to increase the pink show of the upper lip. I've been doing it for years. It is a great place to start if you don't want or aren't ready for filler. Filler can be added if it doesn't produce enough pink show. Botox can also be used along the jawline to...
Some people may experience a headache after their injections, but it usually resolves soon after treatment. It is unlikely this is the cause of the headache you're describing. If it persists, I recommend following up with your Doctor for a formal evaluation. Best, Dr. Emer
