Botox injections can cause a range of side effects, some of which are more common than others. These reactions may be temporary and last for a few days or weeks. However, if the symptoms persist, worsen, or bother you, it is important to consult your doctor or pharmacist. Mild pain, swelling, and bruising are common after Botox injections. Even the smallest needle can cause bruising or swelling.
According to a recent study, 9.2% of the 218 patients studied experienced flu-like symptoms. Although the cause of a headache is not known, it can be easily treated with an over-the-counter (OTC) medication such as acetaminophen. Botox works by blocking nerve signals that reach the muscles, thus preventing them from contracting (tightening). These effects are always temporary but can last for several months. The muscle injected depends on the primary area of concern.
Multiple areas can be treated in a single session. Mild side effects at the injection site are quite common after Botox treatments and can occur regardless of the condition being treated. Symptoms are usually mild to moderate and usually appear during the first month of treatment with Botox, with flu-like symptoms lasting up to 24 hours. To minimize Botox reactions and side effects, it is important to work with a licensed medical professional. Over time, if Botox is repeatedly injected into the same area of the body, it can cause permanent muscle paralysis.
Saggy eyelids should go away in 4 to 6 weeks, but you can alleviate symptoms with remedies such as applying more Botox to counteract muscle relaxation or using apraclonidine eye drops to improve sagging eyelids (but not sagging eyebrows). Within 2 weeks after starting Botox therapy, your doctor will evaluate your urine volume or the amount you urinate to check for urinary retention. Excessive sweating, also known as hyperhidrosis, is another condition in which Botox has made an appearance. Botox is commonly used to prevent chronic migraines and can be a miracle drug for migraine sufferers. While Botox is the first drug of its kind to use botulinum toxin, there are now several others on the market, including Dysport and Xeomin. As with many other medications, Botox has the potential to cause an allergic reaction in some people.
However, as the amount of Botox medication in your body decreases, the symptoms you were using Botox to treat may return. Usually, an adverse side effect of Botox will occur within the first week after treatment. To ensure your baby's safety, most health care providers advise against receiving Botox injections while breastfeeding. Because the response to Botox can vary from patient to patient, dysphagia or swallowing problems can occur even after more expert injections are given.
