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I have SLE and I’m about to take a course of shots to help with my flareups.

September 14, 2025
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Botox treatments are generally considered safe for people with lupus. The good news is that Botox is not considered a risk factor for triggering lupus flares. However, it's essential to discuss this treatment with your rheumatologist first to ensure it won't interfere with your current lupus treatment regimen.

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Botox treatments are generally considered safe for people with lupus. The good news is that Botox is not considered a risk factor for triggering lupus flares. However, it's essential to discuss this treatment with your rheumatologist first to ensure it won't interfere with your current lupus treatment regimen.

Many MyLupusTeam members have reported positive experiences with Botox treatments, particularly for managing migraines. If you decide to proceed with Botox treatment, here's what to expect:

• Treatment is typically administered by specialists using very thin needles
• Standard migraine treatment involves 31 injections with 155 units of medication
• Injection sites are spread across seven areas of the head, face, and neck
• Your doctor may customize the treatment based on your specific needs

Remember to always consult with your healthcare team before starting any new treatment to ensure it's appropriate for your specific situation.

September 14, 2025
A MyLupusTeam Member

She Knows. She’s working on it. She owns the business! Thank God I’m fine and I’m healing. 💖🙏🏼💕

September 27, 2025
A MyLupusTeam Member

Katherine, if you developed severe burns from a treatment, that is worth reporting to her supervisor, at the very least.

September 26, 2025
A MyLupusTeam Member

After she caused severe burns. She cancelled my red light therapy. Can I report her?! She’s negligent and was gaslighting and projecting it on me saying it was my problem. Which is completely false and that was so nice to her. I still want to be peaceful. I just don’t know what to say. I’m shocked and this person was a close friend.

September 24, 2025
A MyLupusTeam Member

I just had a very rough facial and I am sick again. I think let’s opt out of the Botox for now. Thank you, my friend

September 15, 2025

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