I had Botox injected between my eyes to reduce wrinkles in that area. My nose bridge area and eyes have swollen significantly. I am very concerned. It's day 2 and very swollen, irritated and painful. Is this normal? Any suggestions? Should I go back to my Dr?
February 24, 2017
Answer: Swelling & pain after Botox injection Thank you for your question. It is very rare to have an allergy to Botox. However, it is common to have some bruising and swelling after injection. This can take up 2 weeks to resolve. I recommend having a follow up visit with your injector for an evaluation. Best of Luck!
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February 24, 2017
Answer: Swelling & pain after Botox injection Thank you for your question. It is very rare to have an allergy to Botox. However, it is common to have some bruising and swelling after injection. This can take up 2 weeks to resolve. I recommend having a follow up visit with your injector for an evaluation. Best of Luck!
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February 17, 2017
Answer: Orbital swelling & pain after Botox injection. You appear to have significant swelling in the medial canthi--insided corners of your eyes. I note bruising in one corner as well. I am unsure if you had your nasal folds treated at the same time as your frown, but it appears that the supertrochlear (frown) or other vessel in this area was nicked. This is an unusual complication of Botox injection, but can occur. I recommend icing the area 20 minutes at a time every few hours for 1-2 days. Please do not apply the ice directly to the skin. Instead, place in a plastic bag & cover with a pillow case or thin towel. Sleep with your head elevated (2-3 pillows work great) for the next few days. Arnica tablets & cream can be used to hasten resolution of the bruising & Arnica can be found at most health food stores.The swelling should resolve within a few days of treatment, but the bruising can take weeks. It's unfortunate this occurred, but complications do happen.
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February 17, 2017
Answer: Orbital swelling & pain after Botox injection. You appear to have significant swelling in the medial canthi--insided corners of your eyes. I note bruising in one corner as well. I am unsure if you had your nasal folds treated at the same time as your frown, but it appears that the supertrochlear (frown) or other vessel in this area was nicked. This is an unusual complication of Botox injection, but can occur. I recommend icing the area 20 minutes at a time every few hours for 1-2 days. Please do not apply the ice directly to the skin. Instead, place in a plastic bag & cover with a pillow case or thin towel. Sleep with your head elevated (2-3 pillows work great) for the next few days. Arnica tablets & cream can be used to hasten resolution of the bruising & Arnica can be found at most health food stores.The swelling should resolve within a few days of treatment, but the bruising can take weeks. It's unfortunate this occurred, but complications do happen.
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