Botulinum Toxin Injections: Risks / Benefits
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What are the potential risks or complications of botulinum toxin injections?
Side effects from botulinum toxin injections vary depending on the area receiving treatment. Most problems improve in a day or two. They include:
- Pain, swelling, redness or bruising at the treatment site.
- Flu-like symptoms.
- Headache.
- Neck pain.
- Upset stomach (indigestion).
- Temporary drooping eyelids (ptosis).
- Eye irritation or redness.
Who should not get botulinum toxin injections?
Botulinum toxin injections are relatively safe. Still, you shouldn’t get this treatment if you have:
- Neuromuscular disease.
- Drooping eyelids (ptosis).
- Weak facial muscles.
- Pregnancy.
- Breastfeeding.
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