A migraine is a headache that can cause severe pain or a burning sensation, usually on one side of the head. It is often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light and noise. Migraine headaches can last for hours depending on the days, and the pain can be so severe that it interferes with your daily activities.
Botox is approved for the treatment of chronic migraines in adults. While you may have heard that it is used as a cosmetic treatment for forehead lines and other facial lines and wrinkles, it has also been proven to be effective for some people with migraines. For people suffering from migraines, Botox is injected around the pain fibers involved in these headaches. It penetrates the edges of your nerves in the injected area, blocking the release of pain-carrying chemicals. This prevents the pain networks in your brain from working. While it helps prevent migraines, it takes time to start working.
For many migraine sufferers, Botox treatment helps reduce migraine symptoms. These include symptoms such as sensitivity to smell, noise, and light, nausea, and vomiting. It works as a preventative treatment and can reduce both the frequency and severity of migraines in chronic migraine patients.
Dr. Zartash B. works to better understand the causes of migraine, prevention and treatment to give you speedy, accurate diagnosis and the latest treatment options.