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Botox for Urinary Frequency User Reviews

Botox has an average rating of 5.0 out of 10 from a total of 154 reviews for the treatment of Urinary Frequency. 42% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 51% reported a negative experience.

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5.0 average rating out of 10

154 ratings from 165 user reviews.

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Reviews for Botox

  • Pisso...
  • Taken for 6 months to 1 year
  • December 19, 2012

"I was in a low-dose Botox trial (300 vs. 800) at a military medical facility. Detrol & Ditropan didn't work. I had frequent urgency, cramping caused by having to hold my urine, and many accidents. I was going to the loo all the time, having to leave meetings and bouncing around at my desk trying to hold my urine for any length (2 minutes) of time. I received Botox which, by tiny injections at the entrance of my bladder, was a little uncomfortable. The next day I had no unusual urge to go, no cramps, no more bouncing, no running to the loo, and many Depends a day. I was totally normal without fear of accidents or ammonia smell for 8 months. It was fabulous - I was a real person again."

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  • RAV
  • September 17, 2014

"I am a 33-year-old mom of 2. Very busy, very active. All the Overactive Bladder meds didn't really help, and dry mouth was awful. I backed out of interstim twice, and when I heard about this option I was scared but had to try it, interstim was the only other choice. I am 7 days post Botox 1st time. It has changed my life. I no longer have to void 3-4x before leaving my house to go somewhere. After having cystoscopies done, I was nervous. It wasn't as bad as I thought. The bladder where the injections were was painful voiding for 2 days, but it was worth it. No more voiding 3x per hour. If & when it wears off, I'd do it again. I have headaches off and on, may or may not be related, but it was a life changer for me."

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  • Ranger
  • Taken for 1 to 2 years
  • August 8, 2014

"As of today, I have received Botox for the fourth time. I have explored over the years many, many options for treating my OAB (overactive bladder) & IC (Interstitial Cystitis) including oral meds, physical therapy, a bladder sling (that was a good decision) & finally having the Interstim device implanted (that only produced a little improvement). I was my doctor's first patient to receive the treatment. I am so grateful for this option. Before Botox, I could not go far from home. Walking my dogs meant I had to wear a pad the size of a brick. By the time I made it home, it would be soaked. At the age of 45, I was depressed with my condition & options. Next week, I am having my doctor remove my Interstim device. Having Botox is all I need."

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  • Alan...
  • July 29, 2015

"I had a single dose of Botox in 2008 for overactive bladder. I ended up with a partly paralyzed bladder and have had to use catheters ever since, and it is now 2015. Lies were told to me that function would return. It did not. My system has been poisoned, and I have to self-catheterize dozens of times a day. My life has been destroyed."

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  • Anonymous
  • October 14, 2011

"After trying Vesicare and Enablex, neither of which offered much relief; with the side effect of dry mouth making it difficult to do my job which involves many daily consultations. I felt as though they caused my speech to be noticeably affected in a negative way. Botox has truly changed my life. The procedure itself was unpleasant, but the results that I experienced within 7 days have given me (and my frustrated family) normalcy. If all else has failed, I highly recommend it. My extended medical plan denied my claim for reimbursement as Botox is not yet approved by Health Canada for this indication. I have an appeal filed."

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  • Mom
  • Taken for 2 to 5 years
  • November 8, 2016

"I have to say I'm shocked at the number of reviews from people just a few weeks out from their injections complaining of having to self-cath or peeing more often. Did you not read any of the literature on this procedure? Did your doctor not explain what the Botox was doing to/for you? You are paralyzing your bladder muscles, i.e. they may not work at all or very well after, causing retention. This is why the literature states that if you are not prepared or willing to cath after, don't do it! An organ is being stuck over and over with needles - don't you think that organ may be a little upset initially and freak out a bit with spasms (causing more frequent urination in some) until it has a chance to calm down?"

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  • Fancy...
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • March 20, 2016

"I tried everything, including every med available, kegel exercises, diet modification to eliminate acids, acupuncture. Nothing helped. Finally asked for testing to determine what to be treated and it was spasms completely! TVT was perfect, mesh intact. Was leery of Botox but desperate to get rid of pads and soaking all the time! Doctor said would take 3 weeks; I was back to normal within 3 days! No pads, no frequency, no urges, no complications at all with bladder emptying. I feel like the poster lady for it! Wonderful!! And I'm 70 years old! It's a miracle. Yes, was a bit uncomfortable getting it but took maybe 5-10 minutes and worth it! Be sure your urologist is board certified, does tons of the procedure consistently and regularly!"

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  • Loulou
  • November 27, 2019

"I am a 34-year-old female and had Botox in my bladder in July this year for urine frequency that I had been suffering with for years. Procedure went fine, but a week in, I was in so much pain. I had to self-catheterize four times a day and have had five different antibiotics for infections. I am also in a lot of pain around the urethra area constantly. I would much rather go back to the way I was than to go through it again. Hoping it starts to wear off soon. The pain is driving me crazy and not getting much sleep. Is anyone else experiencing this pain? It's been over four months now since I had the Botox procedure."

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  • Laur
  • July 20, 2015

"40-year-old female with a history of suffering from overactive bladder, both urgency and frequency since 2009. I was having 2-3 leaks a day and at one point had to start wearing adult diapers. I tried all the conservative treatments - therapy, every prescription medication, and interstim in 2013. All of these methods failed for me. In July of 2014, I received my first dose of Botox, it helped a little with frequency but not so much with urgency. I just received my second dose of Botox on July 8, 2015. This time, my doctor increased my dose. As of July 13th, I was no longer wearing pads or liners. I am one happy girl :) 6 long years of hope, and finally, something has worked for me. My frequency has decreased, and there is NO sense of urgency and NO LEAKS. YAY!"

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  • Happy...
  • July 16, 2015

"I've had an overactive bladder since I can remember as a child and came to think of it as 'normal'. Started taking Ditropan 25+ years ago but it, along with other meds, stopped working after a while. My urologist suggested Botox injections and it has been life-changing! I sleep all night without having to get up to go to the bathroom 3 or 4 times like before Botox and can drink a cup of coffee without having to go at least 3 times an hour. I've had injections once a year for the last three years and couldn't be happier with the results. My suggestion is, run, don't walk to your doctor and have the injections! The results are as close to a miracle as I've ever experienced."

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  • MillieG
  • October 20, 2016

"I've had OAB for 10 years, no leakage, just urgency/frequency, varying between awful pressure or just niggly frequency. Tried everything over the years and finally had Botox 2 weeks ago. Well, what a complete waste of time - it has not worked, the pressure is so intense, it feels worse than before! Saw the nurse today, peeing okay by myself (no catheter required) and no retention, no UTI. She said I have to allow 4 weeks for 'it all to calm down' but I'm not holding out much hope. She is arranging for me to see the urologist asap but that will still be another 4 weeks. Sick of my life revolving around my bladder."

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  • Great...
  • Taken for 1 to 2 years
  • March 18, 2015

"I was not sure about Botox in the bladder, but thank heaven I tried it. I had given up going out, walking, sleeping, and even visiting people. I am about to have my third treatment. I still do my exercises regularly and find that it now lasts me well over a year. I had given up until my specialist recommended it for me. I sure am happy I listened to him. I had been told that there was nothing else that could be done by two other specialists. For anyone out there that is not sure, please try it. It only takes 10 minutes in the office, and then I am ready to go. You do not feel a thing. I am 73 years old."

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  • Jayne
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • December 20, 2019

"Had this on 20th November 2019 to help my problem of needing to pee every hour, 24/7, and I now go about 4 times a day and sleep all night, which has not happened in 4 years. I was so tired, but after this, it is a life changer. There was a tiny little sting when the Botox was put in. I will recommend it 100 percent."

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  • Qano
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • January 21, 2019

"I would never do this again. Since my injection one month ago, I have had three trips to the ER, two Foley catheters put in, bleeding when I tried to self-catheter, and a physician who seems indifferent to my problem. My life has become an obsession about being able to pee. My QoL has been negatively affected. I should have found this site before I let myself get talked into the procedure. What a mistake."

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  • Amii
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • September 8, 2016

"I had Botox injected about 4 weeks ago now. I had more of an urge to go post-injection; however, I was unable to empty my bladder. Still, 4 weeks later, I'm pushing to go. I've been to the ER (they drained me with a catheter) and a urologist who say I have a normal amount of urine left, but I don't feel that way. I spent the night in pain and days pushing to go. Also constipated for almost three weeks, no matter how many laxatives I take. Can't wait for it to wear off. I'm 26 and miserable. Wish I never did it."

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  • Ma Cr...
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • March 19, 2017

"I had the procedure for my bladder with Botox on December 14, 2016. It has been the most horrible experience in my life. The doctor never told me about the possible consequences of it. I will never recommend it, EVER! It's been almost three months and I still have problems."

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  • RB2020
  • March 7, 2017

"I had a Botox treatment to my bladder for OAB on December 21, 2016. My urologist did not counsel me on the side effects or send me home after the treatment with an antibiotic as directed in the Botox pamphlet. Since that time, I have had two UTIs and still cannot empty my bladder. It is March 7, and I still have to self-cath every four hours. Like someone else wrote, I'm afraid my bladder will never be the same again, and right now it feels like I'll be self-cathing for months. I wish I had never heard of Botox for my bladder!"

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  • Jo st...
  • August 28, 2016

"I had Botox for overactive bladder on the 11th of August 2016. I've been very unwell since - flu symptoms, aching body, but above all, my bladder is worse than ever. I am on and off the toilet constantly, experiencing terrible throbbing and a feeling of constantly having a full bladder. I am back in the hospital now, they don't know what's going on, although they are the ones responsible for the procedure! I am at the end of my tether, I wish I had never had this done. No doctor wants to take any sort of blame and they are playing dumb. This is at King George Hospital in Goodmayes, Essex. I've been here for 2 nights, they don't know what to suggest and I have been mucked about for 2 days and nights. I can't sleep as the sensation gets worse when I try to relax. Don't have this procedure done."

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  • Lorra...
  • October 16, 2016

"I had Botox for bladder on the 15th of August 2016, I got urosepsis the first week and was in resus at A&E, an impatient for one week. Now, nine weeks later, it's a complete nightmare. My bladder holds over 200mls, still in retention, constant UTIs. I couldn't get used to self-catheterization because I was using it every hour and kept piercing my bladder. Now, I'm on an indwelling catheter with constant UTIs, a total nightmare and instant pain wearing the catheter. I am worried I will ever have a normal bladder again and live a normal life. I'm worried that using an indwelling catheter will weaken my muscles even further. I'm sick of taking antibiotics, lost weight through stress, and worry. I suggest that whoever considers this treatment should look at all the risks first and do thorough research."

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  • Kjt
  • August 27, 2016

"I am 33 and have had overactive bladder all of my life. I went through a lot of treatments that didn't work. I now have a normal life thanks to Botox bladder injections. I used to urinate 20-30 times a day. With Botox, I'm normal! My doctor instills lidocaine in my bladder then does the injections via cystoscopy with me awake and unmedicated. I do feel the injections, but it's not terrible, and definitely worth it to me. The first time I was so disappointed that I had more frequency after the procedure than before, but now I know it doesn't take effect immediately. I usually have fatigue about 2-3 days after the procedure and the Botox takes effect in 1-2 weeks. I have had it 5 times, it lasts me about 7 months."

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  • jj1177
  • May 16, 2016

"Had Botox at age 68 in July 2015. After 2 days, I had to return to the doctor and have a Foley catheter put in. The doctor said to leave the catheter in for a week and then return to the office. I went back, still retaining, so they put in another Foley catheter. I couldn't do anything with the bag strapped to my leg. This went on for another 10 days. Same thing, still retaining up to 400. A nurse taught me how to self-catheterize. I was using 4 catheters per day and only going a little on my own. Finally, after 6 months at a check-up, I was only retaining about 20. So now I don't have to catheterize anymore. I was a good candidate for the Botox, but it did not work for me. Now I'm back on medication and dealing with OAB (Overactive Bladder) and accidents. This treatment is not suitable for everybody. The side effects are awful."

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  • Kona...
  • Taken for 6 months to 1 year
  • January 9, 2017

"I've had an overactive bladder for years and have had several medications with little effect. Then came the suggestion of Botox. My doctor provided me with almost zero counseling on the effects. THEN, just as I was about to be put under, she asked me how much Botox I wanted her to administer. Dah! Should that be my decision? I wish I had never heard of Botox. I had the Botox treatment on July 1, 2016, and it's now Jan. 10, and I have not been able to urinate without a catheter since, which is over 6 months now. Beware, beware."

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  • Suesum
  • September 2, 2016

"Have suffered from leaking all my life, which became so much worse as I passed the menopause. Saw a consultant for years who then said he could not help me. I was devastated. Then saw another who gave me several different tablets to use together, although that wasn't the norm. Then offered me Botox. It worked beautifully straight away. My whole life changed for the better. Had the treatment twice, and then a totally different illness became evident, and I had an operation. Applied to have the Botox again, and I am having it for the third time next week. I'm so pleased. Shame for those it didn't work well for, but for me, it's a life changer."

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  • Kehlev
  • September 19, 2016

"I had Botox 7 months ago, and I'm just now able to pee just a little, so I still need to self-cath. Botox was the worst thing I could have done because it did nothing for my pain or my frequency. I had no problem peeing before Botox!"

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  • Alio
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • July 12, 2015

"I have had Botox for the last 5 years for this condition, and I have to say I have never looked back! Each time I have a longer gap between procedures, 3 so far, and it seems to improve every time. I had Vesicare before this, and I had a really bad reaction to it, so Botox was my offered option. I would never hesitate to recommend Botox!"

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