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Ended Up in the Emergency Room!

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I had botox between my brows two years ago. The...

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I had botox between my brows two years ago. The aesthetic results were wonderful -my forehead was smooth, but it still moved. I looked years younger. However, I got EXTREMELY sick and weak. My symptoms started a few days after the injection and lasted for about 8 weeks! I could barely get out of bed to take care of my precious family. I was extremely sick -nauseated, dizzy, weak, headaches-for the ENTIRE time. The sickness never stopped. It was 24/7. I contacted allergan in hopes that they could find a solution. I had hoped that they could possibly get the botox out of my body via an anti-body or something -do you think they helped or cared? nope. I contacted the doc that did the botox, and he didnt care either. He even sent me a postcard 4 months later that informed me that "it was time for another botox treatment." I was terribly sick and there was nothing I could do about it! I believe others have had similer reactions as me, but you dont hear about it. What bothers me is that I NEVER see any negative press or websites about botox. It is all wonderful positive stuff. Botox made me extremely sick, so it must do something to our bodies. Although I dont know why I got so sick and many others dont?

Replies (5)

(unregistered guest)
April 20, 2008
I got Botox in my neck and shoulder's for pain after a fusion and it made me sick after the second round. They gave me two syrenges full each time. My thyroid droped from 2.5 to 1.27 and my progersterone went in the toilet. Five years later using Sam-E from the Health Food Store and Adreal Support my Thyroid is working full speed but I sill have hormone issues. I have to use progesterone cream or my breasts hurt and I keep having my period. I was so sick after the second round of shots that I could hardly get out of bed. They swear these are safe but I think that if you are the type that is sensetive to medicine then stay away from it. My situation was differant. If you get injection in your face you would not get as much botox as I did. But if you are getting them for pain, beware.
Jeannie226
June 15, 2008
I got botox on my eyebrows the smallest amount because it was my 1st time and I was a little afraid. Thank goodness for the small amount however my eyes have been swollen for 5 weeks!! I look awful and feel awful - I have been to the doctor 3 times and they put me on steriods! I will Never do it again!!!
Learning
August 11, 2009
Hi Jeannie - can I ask what steroids they put you on and did they help your swollen eyes? Lymphnatic drainage is helping me sowewhat.
neeena
September 17, 2009
Hi Learning, What do you mean by lymphnatic drainage? I'm suffering from major puffy eyes from my botox which l had 13 days ago.
GRS
August 20, 2008

I, too am having all these symptoms and more including extreme anxiety. It is reassuring that I am not alone. I have hope that it will go away but in the meantime, I know what you mean about finding help with the symptoms. Why isn't there more info about this horrible side effect??? Any further support you can provide would be greatly appreciated.

nellie
May 13, 2009
will the anxiety are you also feeling like you are in a daze a fog??? IAM!!!
GRS
July 11, 2009
Yes the fog and strange hazy headache. Hang in there I am sure we will all get better soon.
Debranne
August 23, 2008

I received my 1st botox treatment and probably my last, 8/21. The day after the injections I got a nagging headache. So far, I am going into my 2nd day (it is not a severe headache, but a constant nagging one, which can be just as bad). I can only hope Tylenol helps, again. Of course, you don't hear the horror stories about Botox, because there is too much money being made. My insurance doesn't pay for TMJ nothing, not sure what to do next. Good luck to everyone with their Botox woes. Had to put my two cents in.

berykute1
December 9, 2008
I had a botox headache for three weeks. Allergan said this is a common side effect!
GRS
August 28, 2008
I have made the decision to pursue acupuncture to ease the anxiety in hopes of getting some sleep at night. My insurance pays for it, thank goodness. Using anti anxiety medications seems to aggrevate it as my body's immune system seems to try to fight anything that I put in my body. I am trying to keep it clean and clear of caffeine and other things that can aggrevate these symptoms. If anyone has any suggestions, please share.
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