Botox User Reviews & Ratings (Page 4)

• Deb...
• December 25, 2019

For Migraine Prevention "I had the 32 Botox injections five days ago for migraines. It's probably too soon to tell if they will help. However, I want to mention that the injections were unbelievably painful. I've had cosmetic Botox injections in my face. Yes, they sting a bit. However, the migraine Botox injections were horrible. The doctor said many patients don't make it through the whole 32 injections. I have never experienced that type of pain from a shot. Is this normal?"

• rqm...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• August 25, 2015

For Urinary Frequency "I agreed to a Botox injection to treat frequent urination when all other treatments failed. Since the Botox injection, I have the urge to urinate almost all the time. When I can pass small amounts of urine, the pressure is often still present, and urgency sometimes returns in as little as 20 minutes. Sometimes I cannot pass any urine. Even when I can pass urine, about 150 to 200 cc remains in the bladder, and I have to use catheters. I have to stay close to a restroom all the time. I was told the Botox would wear off after a year, but here I am about a year after the Botox injection, and I'm still using catheters to empty my bladder as often as needed. There has not been any noticeable change. I'm beginning to think that my bladder functions will never return to at least as good as before the Botox injections. What a huge mistake. What a gullible victim I've been."

• Anonymous
• April 9, 2017

For Urinary Frequency "Ok, an update on my Botox treatment. Close to 3 weeks since I had this done, it kicked in faster than expected, and what a relief to not wear pads for the first time in years. The urge to go has basically gone, and now I can sleep all night, a huge, huge plus. Now, what many call the downside to the Botox is the self-cathing. For me, I don't see this as a real downside. It takes just seconds to cath, and it's no big deal to me. It is such a small price to pay for the huge benefits, but that's just my opinion. Cath 5 or 6 times a day, or tinkle every 30 minutes and constant leaking, I'll take cathing hands down."

• CAN...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 5, 2015

For Urinary Frequency "I was a basket case. Had the sling (we all know how THAT went - grew into my uterine wall and had a full hysterectomy with some still left inside), Detroit LA, Vesicare - first 5mg then 10mg then doubled up on the 10mg (THAT got my GP's attention. Referring me to urogynaecologists where I FINALLY had a concrete diagnosis of a spastic bladder (was always told I had a prolapsed bladder!). Botox or permanent catheter were my only two options. Botox it was! Besides an excruciating experience with the injections (the doctor RINSED out the lidocaine halfway through the process because she saw 'debris' in my bladder and didn't reapply), it's been 6 days since my injections and I literally feel THE BEST I've felt in years!"

• Hav...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 30, 2017

For Urinary Frequency "For years, I've had to deal with my overactive bladder. I went on various prescription drugs only to have bad reactions, the worst being severely dry eyes causing a tear in my cornea, it did not put me in my happy place. In 2007, I had a bladder suspension, which stopped the peeing when I laughed, coughed, sneezed, or cried. That changed my life, but I still had that 'key in the door' peeing sensation. I still had to find the bathroom every time I entered a mall or grocery store. I found the best urologist. We tried the InterStim. Unfortunately, I herniated a few discs in my back due to a car accident. The InterStim had to come out in order to have an MRI. I have had Botox five times now. It's amazing. Now I even get injections in his office and awake."

• LYO...
• May 5, 2008

For Cervical Dystonia "I HAVE FINALLY FOUND AN MD. THAT KNOWS WHERE TO INJECT IT. I almost gave up after 2 and 1/2 years of failures by guessing doctors who didn't really know where to inject. They were always hitting the opposite side of my neck thinking that was where the problem lay... finally found a doctor who knew where to inject it. Now I have been straight-necked for the first time in 25 years. Hell yes, it works and no side effects... but for some reason I still have the pain (radiculopathy) on the left side."

• Ann...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 21, 2016

For Urinary Frequency "Just had this done 5 days ago, finally something that works, after trying various medications for nearly 20 years, no more incontinence pads during the day, and had the first night's sleep without getting up 3 or four times to go to the toilet. I would recommend this. Only wish it had been done years ago. I know it's early days yet for me, but great improvement so far."

• Sab...
• May 3, 2016

For Migraine Prevention "So my first experience was just on the cosmetic side, and it helped with my migraines beautifully! My forehead looked amazing, and my migraines had been reduced. However, I still felt the onset of them in my neck and shoulders. So, upon talking to my neurologist, he said since I benefited from the cosmetic one, I should try the actual one for migraines. It's been four days, and I'm so sore, and like other people have said, AVOID getting the neck injections!!! I can hardly hold my head up, and I wake with neck and shoulder pain. I'm bruised on my shoulders, and it's swollen. Now I'm just in overall pain. The neck weakness is horrible, it's weird to think holding your head up is hard."

• Chr...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• October 25, 2018

For Cervical Dystonia "I received the series of Botox injections 4 days ago in upper traps and scalenes. Since then, I’ve been much worse - upper traps and cervical areas are exceptionally tight to the point where I can barely do anything. Nothing is helping - PT, medications, anti-inflammatory drugs, heat, etc. I’m in much worse shape - not sure how long this may last! I’m worried!"

• M G...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• February 17, 2017

For Urinary Frequency "I've had Botox injections 3 times. The 1st time, I developed symptoms after a week, which made me go to the ER. My bladder was on fire! The Botox only lasted 4 months. The second time, I had zero symptoms, and it kicked in right away. The Botox lasted 8 months. The third time, which was yesterday, hasn't kicked in yet, but I've been having bladder pains, which are relieved after emptying. But I wrote this to say that everyone is different, so you can't really go by our reviews - try it out, and if you don't like it, don't get it anymore, simple as that. Also, I've found it to last longer while also taking Ditropan 10 mg once a day. P.S. Someone said it's more expensive for males, which isn't true, it all depends on your insurance."

• amy...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• December 9, 2013

For Migraine Prevention "I've had migraines for 20 years. I tried all the different preventative meds, migraine meds, including several years of narcotics. My life went to hell about two years ago when I was abruptly taken off narcotics and was not warned of opiate dependency. So, a mother of 7 sons, not a smoker or drinker found myself in a world you only see in movies. I didn't even realize that I was addicted to pain pills, it was a normal prescription I got every month to deal with migraines. With the help of my husband and my cousin, I was able to get off of these pills. My body was full of poison, I did it, I detoxed! I started going to a pain clinic and was introduced to Botox. It changed my life. I do get sick after shots, but it is worth it to me."

• Kat...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• November 28, 2017

For Urinary Incontinence "First, let me state that all of us need to be our own advocates and educate ourselves regarding this procedure. Don't just go by what the doctor says. Read the literature, the research, and make an informed decision. I have MS and had bladder problems (neurogenic bladder) for over 20 years. I tried every single medication; nothing worked. Acupuncture didn't help. My doctor and I discussed Botox. This was my choice: office (local) or hospital (general) anesthetic? General. It was great. Total time under? 11 minutes. The next day, my incontinence was gone!!! No self-cath. No UTIs. No pads. Slept through the night! I had it in April. I would have had a second injection, but have had a bad cold and chest infection. Wearing off slowly, but need the next one. Love it!"

• Wea...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• February 11, 2016

For Urinary Frequency "This has been a nightmare. When the Botox started working, I was barely able to urinate at all, and my partner had to rush me to the hospital emergency to get a catheter put in. My bladder was completely paralyzed from the Botox. This treatment is really brutal! I had to then self-catheterize 3 times per day for about 2 months until the Botox wore off enough that I could urinate, and I've had multiple UTIs since then, which is another side effect of this treatment. If a doctor offers you this treatment, run a mile! It's not worth the pain and suffering that you will go through. Now, after 7 months, the Botox has mostly worn off, but it's still difficult to empty the last bit out of my bladder because the bladder muscle is still partially paralyzed."

• RB2...
• May 28, 2017

For Urinary Frequency "An update from my post on March 7: I still cannot empty my bladder and have to self-cath. The Botox treatment was December 21, so now it has been five months! I am beyond frustrated! I have no idea when and if my bladder will ever be normal again."

• Jen...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 17, 2016

For Urinary Frequency "I had the procedure done just a few days ago, and it has been wonderful. I've had a few minor side effects, like a UTI and some burning, but other than that, I'm doing well. I know it takes a few weeks to kick in, so I will update accordingly. If I have to complain about anything, it's that my insurance requires that this is done in the surgery center, so I lose a day of work. I planned for this, so it was fine. I went to the mall last night and realized that I had been there for hours and didn't need to run to the bathroom every 10 minutes. I have to go for a check-up in 2 weeks. I am urinating on my own, so that's good. I think this was a good decision. Again, I will update next week with any side effects."

• Sop...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• April 27, 2016

For Urinary Frequency "I think it depends on if you really suffer with this condition or you just wee a lot as to whether you will appreciate it. I'm 30 years old, and for the last 5 years, I've had to wear adult nappies to bed (which more often than not leak), this is humiliating. I already suffer with borderline personality disorder, depression, fibromyalgia, IBS, stomach ulcer, and now this! It was making my life hell. I had my first injection last year, which did decrease the frequency I had to wee and stopped the leaking a bit, unfortunately, it didn't stop having to wear adult nappies at night, BUT this changed my life!! I will be having my second injection on the 9th of May, a higher dose this time. If you don't appreciate what this does, you didn't suffer beforehand."

• Gal...
• July 3, 2016

For Urinary Frequency "One week after Botox treatment, I was and still am miserable. I have had UTIs and urinary retention. Following a trip to the ER, I was fitted with a catheter, which was pretty uncomfortable. Next came self-catheterization, which has been nearly impossible, due to my bulging bladder. I would rather wear Depends than go through this ongoing nightmare. I resent the fact that my doctor only mentioned retention casually and did not explain the consequences."

• Maz...
• October 11, 2016

For Urinary Frequency "Had Botox for overactive bladder 12 days ago. Been miserable ever since, pain is as bad as ever, and I have gone into retention, so now having to self-catheterize up to 4 times a day. Will now need to wait for the Botox to wear off to see if I can pass urine normally again. 6 months of pain, throbbing, pulsating sensation, and the constant feeling of needing the toilet, and I thought Botox was the answer, instead, it's made matters worse!"

• lld...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 6, 2023

For Urinary Incontinence "Had Botox injected in my bladder over 2 months ago and am still catheterizing myself 5 times a day! I have had 2 UTIs! The spasms pains are the worst pain ever! I can barely even walk! Why don't the doctors warn you of this? If you are considering this, don't do it!"

• Gua...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• April 15, 2016

For Urinary Frequency "I got my second round of Botox yesterday. The first one was in 2014. I think that depending on your doctor's experience and knowledge with this medication is how you will get better. If your doctor puts too much medication, it will not be good for you. Thanks to my doctor, I feel better."

• Chr...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 4, 2019

For Urinary Frequency "I got Botox October 1st, 2019, for urinary problems, and they said it takes anywhere from 2 weeks to 4 weeks to 6 weeks to work. The procedure is very painful and takes about 1 hour. The aftermath this has caused, I would never wish on anyone. I'm peeing every 15 minutes to 5 minutes, the procedure weakened the bladder and made me worse. Don't have it done."

• Sis...
• January 15, 2017

For Cervical Dystonia "I have cervical dystonia, and the first time I received the shots, they didn't work. I felt like it made it worse, but the doctor said everything I was going through was normal, it would get better. She said just put ice on my neck, and if that didn't help, try a heating pad. That didn't help, so I decided not to have the shots anymore. But about six months later, I decided maybe I should try the shots again, so I did, and I'm glad I did because they worked the second time. I have to say when I get the shots and they hurt really bad, they seem to work better. I know that sounds crazy, but it's because she is getting the muscle that is causing the dystonia to act up. I'm really glad I gave it a second chance. So if you are like me and gave up, maybe try it again."

• owl...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• July 27, 2016

For Urinary Frequency "I have had Botox injections often over the past three years. For me, they last about six months. My doctor performs the injections under general anesthesia, so I don't feel a thing except for the IV, that is the worst part for me. I have only gotten one UTI from the injections. I have multiple sclerosis, the doctor I have is knowledgeable about MS. We tried four different meds, which didn't work. I have good luck with the injections, so I plan on sticking with them."

• Jew...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 6, 2016

For Migraine Prevention "Never ever try Botox again! The first 3 weeks I couldn't hold my head up, my arms were weak, vision blurry, sore throat, droopy right eye. Very depressing to totally be incapacitated! It was a big deal to get through a shower and dress myself! Never again! Now at three weeks out, I'm lightheaded, still having a hard time keeping my head up. Have started back to headaches for the past week. They seem different in the sense I haven't had a visual aura, but the top of my head feels like it's going to pop off. The pain in my temple is the same. I've wasted an entire month! Been housebound!"

• Tar...
• December 12, 2015

For Migraine Prevention "I had my first lot of Botox yesterday. 31 injections for chronic daily headaches and migraines. I was just wondering if how I'm feeling after seemed normal? My eyes feel very droopy, and it feels as though my vision has been affected. Also, I'm still having a lot of pain in my head (not a typical headache or migraine), more pain and numbness where the injections have been - especially my forehead. I also keep going very light-headed when I'm doing things and feeling very faint, so I haven't been able to do a lot. Can anyone please let me know if it's normal to get these types of reactions? Thank you."