Botox Side Effects
Botox Side Effects Are Few
The most common side effect related to BOTOX® treatment is very slight bruising around the area of treatment. This bruising is the result of the manner in which BOTOX® is injected into the muscle groups that control the movement of the skin and cause wrinkles. These injections are carried out via a series of tiny needles. For those with very sensitive skin, or who are very prone to bruising, some bruising may occur. This doesn't usually present a problem, however, since this bruising is very minor, can be easily covered with make up, and fades soon after treatment.
Since BOTOX® works by relaxing the muscles of the treatment area, another potential side effect is that the BOTOX® spread to unintended areas causing temporary eyelid drooping or limited range of motion in other facial muscle groups. This only very rarely presents a problem that occurs with less than one percent of the population. The best way to ensure that this doesn't happen is to receive your BOTOX® treatments from a certified medical professional. This will guarantee that you will receive quality treatment, have all your questions answered, and be given all the appropriate and pertinent information regarding subsequent treatments and side effects. Other uncommon short-term side effects that may be experienced include minor facial pain, redness of the skin in the area surrounding where the BOTOX® was injected, and weakness of the facial muscles. These side effects typically go away after one week.
To reduce the incidence of bruising, patients about to undergo BOTOX® treatment should cease taking vitamin E, multivitamins, St. John's Wort, and any anti-inflammatory medications such as aspirin. Of course, it is also crucial for patient safety that the doctor be advised of any potential allergies that the patient has. Back To Full Botox Information Page
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As is the case with any drug, you should always look into potential side effects before you begin treatment. BOTOX,which is the brand name for bitulinum toxin, was originally developed to treat muscle spasms associated with diseases such as multiple sclerosis and botox side effects are few.