Post-Botox knot on brow treated with hydrocortisone shot; depression developed beyond injection site. (photos)

March 30, 2017
Asked By:1887anon in Washington, DC

What to do? Last August, my derm injected Botox at inner corner of both brows, as usual. This time a lump appeared at each injection site. After 6 months, lumps had hardened. To relax affected muscles, derm injected small amount of hydrocortisone into each, and recommended waiting several weeks. Two months later, lumps diminished, but a depression beyond injection area appeared. Forehead has developed a faint pattern of subcutaneous "waves" as well. Could these be due to the injections?!

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April 6, 2017

Answer: Depression caused by steroid injection

April 6, 2017

Answer: Depression caused by steroid injection

April 3, 2017

Answer: Steroid injections

April 3, 2017

Answer: Steroid injections

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