Botox User Reviews & Ratings (Page 4)

• SXLLOVE
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• December 10, 2013

For Migraine Prevention "I've been getting Botox for migraines for over a year. I used to have migraines all day, every day. This has cut them down to 2-3 times a week. Although I do have to take other medication to help with it, I'm still very grateful that my doctor had me do the treatments. It's every 3 months and I end up getting 37 injections and I believe 175-200 units. The only side effect is usually a week or two after my neck will be weak and I'll have trouble holding it up if I'm bent forward to pick something up. It goes away but kind of annoying at first. I would recommend this to anyone that is a chronic migraine sufferer like myself."

• Anxiety...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• December 23, 2012

For Migraine Prevention "Although this has greatly reduced my migraines in frequency and severity, the week after receiving it I go into extreme anxiety and weepiness that is crippling. It makes me nauseous and low. It subsides after about a week."

• Arose
• June 21, 2016

For Urinary Frequency "I had my injections last Wed. I had to go to the ER last night for major acute water retention (can't pee). I have to wear a catheter with the bag. I'm pretty sure I will have to self-catheterize until the Botox wears off. I wish I never did it, it paralyzed my bladder. I will never have it done again. On the other hand, I'm glad I'm not the only one that suffers from OAB. I'm 36. Very disappointed why this had to happen to me, quality of life is worse with the Botox. At this point, I'd rather wear Depends. Please do not do this procedure. PLEASE, the possible side effects are not worth it at all."

• Anne...
• 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."

• Pamela...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 7, 2015

For Migraine Prevention "I've just had my third Botox injection. I didn't notice a huge improvement after the first lot of injections, although there still was an improvement from having 3 to 4 migraines per week to maybe one or 2 per week. The second lot of injections caused 2 weeks of 5 migraines per week, but then the breakthrough happened. 2 months completely migraine-free. I cannot remember the last time I have gone for that long without a migraine. It must be at least 30 years. I'm quietly optimistic that I have finally got a migraine solution that works."

• WeakB...
• 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."

• Anonymous
• March 10, 2011

For Migraine Prevention "Botox is the only medicine that has stopped my migraines for 4-5 months at a time. I've had migraines for over 40 years now, and I'm very happy that it is now approved by the FDA for migraine treatment."

• amyzg...
• 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."

• Chris...
• 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!"

• Vomie...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 17, 2014

For Migraine Prevention "I've had classic migraines for 35 years. I've tried many medications. Many times I've had to go to the ER for acute relief. The past few years, they have reduced, but I still battle with them. I just had Botox injections for the first time, it has only been one week. The injections were not too bad, most I barely felt, but a few, ouch! This week I've had three sinus-type migraines, and I am not pleased. I had a lot of swelling on my forehead, and my eyelids swelled to the point I could see the skin in my daily vision. My neck got stiff, but not bad. I got the injections on my forehead and temples only. I am still suffering for over 28 hours with my third headache. Botox did not agree with me."

• GHC
• April 6, 2015

For Urinary Frequency "My brother had Botox done last year for bladder problems with MS. It has been the worst year since being diagnosed 20 years ago. He wasn't told he would need to use a catheter, and he has severe vision problems. He has had constant UTIs, terrible pain from using catheters, and developed hemorrhoids after having Botox done. Now Botox has worn off, and he still needs catheters and is in pain. He has been told he'll need to have more Botox so he won't feel the pain. Complete disaster and very costly trips to specialists."

• Esmer...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• March 1, 2017

For Urinary Frequency "I've been receiving Botox every 4 months for severe OAB for the past 10 years. Without it, I need heavy incontinence pads or adult diapers. With it, I only experience an occasional small accident about 2 weeks before treatment and need no pads at all. It completely changed my quality of life for the better."

• M Gg
• 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."

• Galway...
• 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."

• RB2020
• 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."

• LYONM...
• 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."

• Mazza...
• 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!"

• Having...
• 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."

• Jewels
• 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!"

• Sabs
• 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."

• jiljen
• August 4, 2016

For Urinary Frequency "I had Botox bladder injections just over a week ago and wished I'd never let them anywhere near me. I suffer from severe overactive bladder disorder, interstitial cystitis, and have done all of my adult life. I thought, prayed this would be the answer. A week on and I'm in so much distress and discomfort and at my wit's end. God only knows if it's such early days what else is to come. I'm being treated for UTI even though the test showed negative, but it was worth a try. On reading the posts on here, it seems I'm not alone. I'm hopefully seeing my doctor tomorrow but not really sure what they're going to do. I am so fed up, but it is reassuring to know I'm not the only one. This condition is a curse that no one can understand unless they've lived with it."

• 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."

• JeninDC
• 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."

• Guaguin
• 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."

• Sissy
• 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."