Why would Botox cause bumps that exude puss or a white liquid at injection sites? Have I overdone Botox?

Thank you for your question. I’m sorry to hear that you’ve had this reaction, however, you know as a long-time user of BOTOX® that this is abnormal. My initial guess would be that you experienced an infection at the injection site, which would be the simple and most innocent explanation and can be treated with antibiotics. The other possibility is that you were injected with something other than BOTOX®. I’m curious if you went to the same injector and if this person is reputable. If so, then this could just be a simple infection. However, if there’s a possibility that a counterfeit product was used, this could be dangerous. Visit the injector to ask questions and verify what was used. You may need to seek a second opinion and obtain antibiotics to clear up infection.

this is not normal for botox and i have never seen this in my whole career even when injecting other areas like the armpits, groin, scalp, buttock.  Please ensure this was botox injected and you went somewhere reputable.  Please report this to allergan.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Hello ~ This is a very unusual problem. You should go back to your injector and have this evaluated. It is very uncommon to get infections after botox injections but it sounds like this is what has happened.

It would be extremely rare to have an infection after Botox injections.  I would recommend seeing your doctor to have the pustules evaluated.

Acne from botox would be a very very unusual/rare side effect.  It would be best to follow up with your provider for their advice.