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What is a Migraine?

Headaches and migraines affect many globally due to various factors such as stress, dehydration, and eye strain. These issues range from mild discomfort to severe pain, with migraines often affecting one side of the head but sometimes both.

They are likely to happen for hours, days, or even weeks, particularly chronic migraines, which occur frequently (more than 15 days per month) and can last up to three months.

Glow & GO Aesthetic Clinic Lahore has been offering Migraine treatment with Botox, treating chronic migraines and severe headaches.

Migraine Symptoms

Symptoms of migraine can be different for each person. They might include:

  • Headache
  • Aura
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Sensitivity to light and noise
  • Feeling very tired
  • Having trouble focusing
  • Stiffness in the neck

Migraine Causes

Different Types Of Headaches / Migraine

1.Migraine with Aura

Experiencing a migraine with aura means having changes in what you see or feel before a headache starts. People with this type might see flashing lights or wavy lines. Sometimes, you might feel tingling or have trouble speaking.

2. Migraine without Aura:

A migraine without aura is different from migraines with aura because they happen without any warning signs. Even though there are no signals beforehand, they still cause severe headaches and other symptoms that can make it hard to do everyday things.

3. Chronic Migraine:

Patients with migraine of this type experience it for at least 15 days each month, resemble migraines with or without aura. These severe headaches persist for over three months, with at least eight days per month exhibiting symptoms of migraine.

4. Cluster Headaches:

Cluster headaches rank as one of the most severe types of headaches, causing intense, burning pain around the eyes, temples, and back of the head. They often accompany symptoms like red or swollen eyes and a runny nose.

5. Tension-Type Headaches

Tension-type headaches are the most common type of headache, characterized by a dull, aching sensation often described as a tight band around the head. While not as severe as a migraine, they can still interfere with daily life.

Migraine Treatment Using Botox 

Botox treatments offer a precise solution for migraines, unlike typical remedies.

While over-the-counter medicines and lifestyle changes may temporarily ease your symptoms, Botox injections target specific neurotransmitters linked to pain transmission.

This approach provides sustained relief from migraine discomfort, offering hope to those seeking long-term solutions.

How Does Botox Work?

When Botox is injected into certain trigger points in the muscles of your head, masseter muscles and the neck, it actually disrupts the transmission of pain signals to your brain as a result of migraine headache.

This can bring you relief from those tough migraine symptoms you might be experiencing as well as reduce the severity. Not only that, but in the long run, it can also help to decrease how often you get migraines and how intense they are.

Benefits of Botox Therapy for Migraines

Ideal Candidate for Migraine Botox Treatment

Botox is usually recommended for adults facing chronic migraines, especially when other treatments haven’t provided relief.

  1. Chronic Migraine Diagnosis: If you are experiencing 15 or more headache days per month, Botox could be an option.
  2. Failure of Other Treatments: If other migraine medications have not been effective, Botox might be worth discussing.
  3. Realistic Expectations: It is important to understand that while Botox can help, it might not eliminate migraines entirely.
  4. Commitment to Treatment: Multiple sessions spaced several months apart may be needed to maintain effectiveness.

Prices

  • Migraine/Headache Rs.25k

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are Migraine Treatment injection sites?

Migraine treatment injections are shots given to help ease migraine symptoms. They are used when over the counter medicines do not work well. Unlike pills that can upset your stomach and take time to work, injections put the medicine right into your bloodstream. This means you can feel better faster and have fewer side effects.

Common Injection Sites for Migraine Treatment

When it comes to delivering treatment of migraine with Botox, several sites on the body are commonly targeted. Each site serves a specific purpose in addressing migraine symptoms and providing relief tailored to the patient’s needs.

  • Forehead Injections: Front and Center
  • Temporal Injection: Targeting the Temples
  • Occipital Injection: The Back of the Head
  • Neck Injections: Relieving Tension
  • Shoulder Injections: Alleviating Muscle Strain
  • Upper Back Injections: Addressing Trigger Points

What are Botox for Migraines side effects?

Like any medical procedure, Botox for migraines may cause side effects, although they are generally mild and temporary. 

There are common side effects of the procedure which include:

  • Temporary injection site pain
  • Redness
  • Mild swelling

In some cases, patients can also experience mild headache or neck pain following the injections. Rarely, more serious side effects such as muscle weakness or difficulty swallowing may occur. 

Most side effects are mild and temporary. However, if you experience more severe symptoms like difficulty swallowing, speaking, or breathing, seek medical attention immediately.

How often do I need to get Botox injections for headaches / migraines?

Botox for migraine pain and severe headaches is usually repeated every 4-6 months for good results that are also more effective than typical migraine medications.

Is Migraine Treatment with Botox safe?

Botox treatment for migraines is generally safe when it is done by a qualified healthcare professional. It is actually approved by regulatory authorities such as the FDA specifically for its ability to reduce the frequency and severity of chronic migraines in adults. Now, just like with any medical procedure, there are some risks and potential side effects to consider. If you want to find out if Botox treatment is the right choice for you and to address any worries or questions you might have, you can visit our aesthetic clinic Lahore today and meet our medical experts.

What is Botox Migraine Treatment cost?

The cost of Botox treatment for migraines in Pakistan can vary depending on different factors. These factors include where the clinic is located, the level of expertise of the healthcare provider, and how many injections you might need.

When it comes to addressing tension headaches and migraine attacks, our skin doctor at Glow & Go takes a personalised approach. They usually start with a smaller dose and gradually adjust it until they find the most suitable and effective dose for you.

Typically, the cost per Botox injection for migraine treatment in Pakistan falls between PKR 20,000 to PKR 45,000.

Here at Glow & GO Skin Care Clinic Lahore, we offer Botox treatment for migraines at a price of PKR 25,000 only. This migraine headache treatment lasts for months and is administered by our experienced dermatologist and medical professionals.

However, it is very important to have a consultation with an experienced dermatologist and learn more about the possible solutions of your painful headaches condition.

Who is a good candidate for the Headache Treatment using Botox?

People with chronic migraines, defined as headaches occurring 15 or more days per month, with each headache lasting for 4 hours or longer, may be suitable candidates for Botox treatment. It’s important to consult with a healthcare professional to be able to determine your eligibility and discuss the potential benefits and risks of Botox therapy.

To find out whether headache treatment using Botox injections is right for your severe headaches or not, book a consultation with one of our Botox specialist.

How early can I see results from Migraine Treatment using Botox injections?

It may take several weeks to notice the full effects of Botox treatment for migraines. Some patients experience improvement within the first month after treatment, while others may require additional sessions to achieve maximum benefit. It’s important to maintain open communication with your healthcare provider throughout the treatment process to assess response and make any necessary adjustments to the treatment plan.

What is the difference between Headaches and Migraines?

Headaches and migraines are not the same. The headache is usually not as bad and do not last long. Migraines are worse and are likely to last longer. Headaches feel like a dull ache, but migraines can be throbbing and make you feel sick, sensitive to light or sound, and sometimes see things weird. People with migraine can find it hard to do routine activities, and they might need over the counter medicine for them. It’s important to know these differences to get the right help.

Why Glow & Go?

Glow & Go Pakistan has a team of specialists who have profound experience in all kinds of aesthetic treatments located in Karachi, Lahore & Islamabad. The doctors in our aesthetic clinic use techniques that are suitable only to your needs and preferences and the goal is to make you look and feel better.