Botox/migraines

 

I tried botox for the first time 5 weeks ago. I have chronic daily tension-type headaches, not migraines. The shots cost me $800 out of pocket (my insurance wouldn't cover it), but after 17+ years of these headaches, I figured it was worth a try. Unfortunately, it didn't do a thing for me, other than lighten my wallet considerably.

Having said that, the reason I tried the shots is that the scientific literature is pretty promising -- most people get at least some relief from botox. I guess I'm just special! I hope, in this regard at least, you aren't!!

Good luck,
Mark

Botox did not work for me either. But I have tried just about everything and nothing has worked. I also have a brain Tumor that they have not ruled out could be the cause of the headaches so I do not want to discourage you too much.

I am going to try accupuncture next.

Katie

I am sorry to hear about your brain tumor, I had brain surgery in 2002 to remove scar tissue from the right side of my brain. I had seizures for over 25 years, and they finally found the area of the brain that was effected. I wish you a full recovery, I know it must be scarey.

I've pretty much come to the conclusion that I might have to live with things migraines, because nothing touches the pain. There's really not anything left for my neurologist to give me now. I worry about having a stroke when they are really bad, guess I worry to much. Please take care, keep us posted on your condition.

God Bless,

Mercyme/Cindy

MercyMe, have you tried DHE/Migranol? Its a good medication that works for a lot of people. You can get it IV, Nasal Spray, and shots at home. the most common use is the NS.

Just an Idea. Migraines are nooo fun.

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DX-Migraines:Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome:Kidney stones: IBS:Ulcers:Depression/Anxiety:Non-Epileptic Seizures:Buldging Disc:Joint pain

My doctor has never metioned DHE/Migranol, right now I'm just taking midrin. I get migraines at least 2-3 times a week. I would like to find a job, but I fear that I wouldn't be able to hold down a job due to the headaches. thanks for you input I appreciate it.

Mercyme/Cindy

I love Botox!  Of course, it paralyzes muscles.   I have muscles in my forehead, temples and jaw done.  Not a cure, but a huge relief - fewer and less severe headaches.  With repeated treatments, I think muscles "forget" to tense up.   The ones in the back of my neck haven't hurt since a treatment a year ago.

Bonus - you don't have that nasty look on your face that comes with migraines.