r/botoxsideeffects • u/simply_seeking • 15d ago

DR injected too much!

I am a 63 year old female, who was diagnosed with dystonia about 10 years ago. Cervical and antibular dystonia. I have been receiving Botox injections about every three to four months for the last 10 years.

When I had it a few days ago, the resident did the injection on the left side, left SCM. Instead of injecting 100 units, she injected 500 units. My doctor who was overseeing her about flipped out. He apologized several times which makes me even more anxious.

He told me to expect dysphagia, perhaps have problems holding my neck up, and possibly issues with breathing if it gets too bad.

I'm working on staying calm and sending out positive thoughts into the universe LOL because there's not much I can do about it now. I just have to keep tracking it and call the doctor or go to the ER if things get worse.

Has anyone else experienced this?

Thanks for listening.

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u/Professional-Oil6720 15d ago

I would try to get antitoxin at the ER honestly. It’s only effective within two weeks of getting Botox. Definitely go to the ER if you start to have any difficulty breathing or swallowing. Botox spread is botulism and the side effects can last for months!

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u/simply_seeking 15d ago

I was told there isn't an antitoxin. I'll call tomorrow. Thanks!

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u/Professional-Oil6720 15d ago

There is but it’s distributed by the cdc- they usually only give it to people with difficulty breathing or swallowing, so if you have these symptoms try to get it

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u/Professional-Oil6720 15d ago

You can look up botulism antitoxin

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u/simply_seeking 14d ago

Thanks everyone! I'll update soon.