Botox User Reviews & Ratings (Page 5)

• 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."

• Kerri...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 12, 2016

For Urinary Frequency "I had Botox in my bladder 10 days ago, and it has only made my bladder worse. Instead of going to the toilet every 20 minutes, I'm now going every 5! I'm not sleeping and have had a really bad urine infection! I was back in the hospital on Sunday! I would not recommend anyone getting this done. I have suffered with bladder problems for 17 years and am getting really down about it all now! I have no idea what to do now."

• Miser...
• September 17, 2015

For Urinary Frequency "Worst decision I ever made. I am far worse now with frequency, always feeling like I need to urinate, UTIs, and pain. Can't sleep at night with going to the bathroom 8 or more times, and lack of sleep triggered my depression."

• 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."

• BKano
• May 20, 2017

For Urinary Frequency "First had Botox injections in March of 2016. Doctor stated it would last six to nine months. Lasted 13 months and no side effects. Last week had my second injection as an outpatient. Took about five days to have me back to normal. Best choice I made for my OAB. No problems at this time and hoping it lasts at least nine months."

• Christy
• 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 min to 5 mins the procedure weaken the bladder and made me worse. Don't have it done."

• Happy...
• January 25, 2021

For Urinary Frequency "I used to pee about hourly and about 5-6 times a night. Botox suggested. Had botox and ended on toilet every 5-10 minutes. Warned to expect frequency. Hours later crippled in pain from continual peeing then had blood in urine. Had ultrasound of bladder to measure residual urine which showed 60ml residual after peeing. My bladder holds 50-70ml. Needed catheter to give me some rest. Went home with indwelling catheter. No antibiotics before or after botox. 2 weeks later now 2-3 bags of blood each day in bag. No visibility in bag due to blood and stringy clots 4 days in a row. Told nothing to worry about at local hospital, antibiotics injected and got tablets for bladder infection. Wishing I was never pushed to try botox by Urologist. Returning to remove catheter for 1 day in a few days, to see if successful & teach self cathing. This means toileting 15min - 1/2 hour and 1-2 hours at night with self cathing. Would not recommend botox for bladder issues requiring bladder surgery."

• 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!"

• lldolls
• 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 catherizing myself 5 times a day! I have had 2 UTI's! The spasms pains are the worse 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!"

• Final...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• April 10, 2016

For Urinary Frequency "I just had another round of Botox injections three days ago. While I did get a UTI from the procedure and it was a bit difficult to void the first two days, I am 100% now. I even went to work the following day. I also had this procedure in March of 2015. That one didn't go so well in the beginning, but I think it was because I was in an interstitial cystitis flare. If you have it, I feel your pain. After my flare calmed down, I noticed the Botox actually worked really well. This time I made sure I was not in a flare before Botox, and all is good. This is a last line of treatment for me, and at just 31 years old, I'm so glad I have found it. It is not a lifelong fix, it will most likely require treatment every three months to a year. Everyone is different."

• Cynot...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• May 31, 2016

For Migraine Prevention "In 2004, I began to have migraines, which grew progressively worse over time. After years of daily bouts with migraines that were at a 7 out of 10 on good days (not to mention that I couldn't take triptans because they gave me chest pains), my local VA began offering this new treatment called Botox, and I was approved for it. I'm not 'cured' by any means, but my life somewhat resembles a life now for a few hours a week. My good days are few, but I am grateful for what I can get. I still get horrible migraines, but I'll take several migraines per week vs. several per day. It reminds me not to waste my time when I have it; I try to get stuff done. So I say to anyone, give it a try. It may or may not work for you, but you should at least give it a go."

• Taryn
• 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."

• LuvBl...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• September 16, 2016

For Migraine Prevention "1st Botox shots 11/2015. Wasn't able to get another tx until 10 days ago. The 1st time it was great! Migraines down to about 2/mo. Loved it! This time the day after I woke with the back of my neck very painful. Worse was pain in the back of my head. Felt like hit with a 2x4. Very bad headache too. It was horrible. I get pain medication for other issues, and it did nothing. Head swollen, tight glasses. Some pain in my left shoulder down my arm. It lasted 5 days, in bed with a heating pad. 7th day worst pain gone but need hand under chin or on back of head to control head movement due to weak neck. Don't wake with neck pain, but it starts after moving a bit. If I'm on my feet, dizzy. Weak jaws when eating or drinking. Head turns only 2 inches to left or right side. Weak upper arms. Never again."

• Lovin...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• July 16, 2016

For Urinary Frequency "I'm on my 3rd dose of Botox. I have bladder incontinence. My bladder was in a constant spasm. It was hard to leave the house. After trying pills, after trying Depends, after having a few accidents, I agreed to the Botox injections. I found the procedure uncomfortable, but maybe for 5 minutes. It took most of the first year to get used to using a cath as a norm. You can get reusable ones or pre-lubricated ones. I now use the latter, but they are more expensive. The first round lasted 1 year, the second round lasted 6 months, and now I'm on my third round. More Botox was used in the first and third rounds. I love it. No more leaks, no more accidents. I can sleep all night, take long walks, and go on long car rides."

• Donna
• January 16, 2019

For Urinary Frequency "I had the Botox in October 2018 for an overactive bladder. I got told I could go into retention for a few days. This was the worst decision of my life. 3 days after the procedure I couldn’t pee I was in agony so I got taken to A&E I was admitted and was in for 13 days. I had an infection and was in retention fully, had a fullness feeling and was in chronic pain. I got discharged with catheters and I was so sore using the catheters I couldn’t use them. So ended up back to A&E admitted again another 5 days with a indwelling catheter in this time. Then came home 3 days later the catheter got blocked the pain was that bad I couldn’t walk, sit, stand or anything. I was sick so back again to A&E admitted again it’s now middle of January I’m no better. I’m still using catheters. I've got the fullness feeling and can’t get on with my life. I don’t get any feeling of needing a wee. All I can say is please look into it properly before deciding to have this. It is not worth it at all !!!!"

• Tired...
• November 1, 2016

For Urinary Frequency "My husband had prostate surgery (TURP) for an enlarged prostate in January (11 months ago). Ever since, he has had annoying leakage. The doctor mentioned two options - Botox or an implanted device. He said Botox had a '99% success rate,' so my husband opted for that. Ever since, a nightmare. At first, he simply could not pee at all. He had an indwelling catheter for a while, and since has had to do self-catheterization four times a day (still cannot pee a drop). The Botox must have relaxed the bladder too much? Plus, there was a LOT of old blood in his bladder, presumably from the Botox injections. The doctor said it was not possible to be from the catheters. And he has a UTI. The slight leakage seems like NOTHING next to this nightmare."

• Shear...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• June 4, 2016

For Migraine Prevention "For the first time in 50 years, I have relief from migraines since using Botox. I have a life now. I can make plans. For the first 4-5 days after Botox, I hurt from the injections, my neck hurts, but then I feel great for almost 3 months. It's not 100% as I still get migraines, but they come less frequently and last for a shorter time. I would tell people that it's worth trying. A little bit of pain for 12 weeks, almost pain-free. I love it. It has changed my life."

• Chero...
• December 23, 2015

For Urinary Frequency "Had the Botox for overactive bladder on November 21, 2015. Two days ago, had the follow-up. Everything went well at the operation, I could void before going home, little bleeding which soon stopped. Having some trouble emptying, showing over 200 after voiding. I'm going to work on voiding completely. I do not wake up the 6 to 8 times at night now to use the restroom, I may wake once now. When going anywhere, now I'm not tied to the need to use the restroom every half hour like before. My urgency and frequency are more like normal now. Taking this time to work real hard on Kegel's, see in six months if that helps at all. By the way, I have secondary progressive multiple sclerosis. I would highly recommend this procedure."

• Drewry
• August 7, 2016

For Urinary Frequency "I've had Interstitial Cystitis (IC) for about 6 years or so. Some pain while peeing and bladder pain. Last February 2015, the urologist inserted the Botox into my bladder. My life for the past year and a half has been miserable, to say the least. Never had problems before with incontinence, but boy do I have it now. For the past year and a half, I've had to wear Depends during the day, and at night I have to wear an external catheter and drain bag. My desire to do anything is not there anymore where before I was always pretty active. My urologist doesn't understand why I'm having this outcome. He has other patients that do the Botox for the IC and had good results. Never again. Don't know if this stuff will ever wear off."

• Momma...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 12, 2018

For Urinary Frequency "I had a botox injection into my bladder on June 21st and last year for four days I was fine and it felt funny not having pee running down my legs then a couple days later I broke out really bad with rash all over my body and very sick and into the emergency room at two different hospitals. I had a hard time breathing, sick to stomach and I could no longer urinate and had to use catheters for two weeks and I had to be put on 1 and a half worth of steroids pills and injections. I almost died from not having anyone explain to me more about the dangers. I am not still feeling like I was before the Botox. I had one injection that almost killed me. You will not submit because you don't want other patients to know the truth about what happened to me. But I will make sure that the media will know and inform the public as to what Botox can and will do to some women like me."

• Gano
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 11, 2019

For Migraine Prevention "I am finished with Botox!!! The first round of 30 shots were hell afterwards! I had migraines/chronic neck pain/headaches for a month. Then I had three weeks of no migraines/headaches/neck pain. I thought I died and went to heaven. And then it all came back. Honestly, I was actually dreading the second round of Botox, but I knew I had to give it one more chance. The second round was worse!!! I wake up with what feels like a vice on my neck. Immediately I had 23 days of migraines/severe headaches straight. There is no way to explain what it feels like to lay in bed with lights off, no sound or very faint, and being in your head feeling so alone. Luckily, I have had no migraines for three weeks now but horrible headaches and a very painful neck. Migraines are the the most misunderstood, complicated illnesses both for the person who has them and secondary to that is understanding from friends and family members. It really wears me down when I have these everyday."

• Santa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 5, 2019

For Urinary Frequency "I had Botox for my overactive bladder and I must stay it is a miracle. 100%. Effective. Zero side effects. After almost 20 years of worsening incontinence, one treatment restored me to normal control, like when I was a teenager. The procedure is a little painful, but totally worth it. I’m 71 years old . Medicare covered it. I tried acupuncture in the ankle prior to this as a treatment, it was 100% ineffective."

• salty...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 3, 2019

For Migraine Prevention "I did not have a good result with Botox for migraines. It gave me MORE pain and headache that lasted for the most part of one month. Pain in shoulders and neck, a tight feeling across the forehead like a band-aid being pulled very tight. Horrible extreme headache that would come go. One morning bout 2 weeks later, I woke up alarmed because the pain in my forehead had radiated to my face. Very tight feeling and pulling across my cheekbones. I would never do this again- it did not help my headaches"

• TCBug
• June 18, 2016

For Migraine Prevention "I was diagnosed with migraines at 19, and there has been a steady increase in frequency and severity as I aged. At 49, they became intractable, and I ended up on disability. Botox became the last option. It's been nothing short of a miracle. My cluster and ice pick headaches stopped, I've had only two throbbing migraines in 4 months, and my photosensitivity has improved. It took about 10 days for it to kick in the first time. The pokes of the injections are a very small price to pay for the benefit I've seen."

• feist...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 22, 2015

For Cervical Dystonia "Suffered undiagnosed since I was about 18. I am 74 now, and thanks to this site and others, I diagnosed myself and got a referral to a wonderful neurologist. I got my first injection last week, and for the first time since I was a kid, I feel like a kid again. It's not perfect, but I never knew perfect. No more pain, and I can walk again and not think about my neck. I wish I had this before I left my wonderful job on a handicapped pension. It gave me my life back."