Woman left partially paralyzed by Botox injections for migraines

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LOS ANGELES, March 7, (Agencies): Alicia Hallock, known as @alihallock on TikTok and Instagram, recently revealed a harrowing health ordeal on social media that landed her in the ICU. The 35-year-old shared her distressing experience with a rare complication resulting from Botox injections for migraines.

In an Instagram post, Hallock explained, “I experienced a rare complication from my Botox injections for migraines. It spread to muscles in my neck, causing various issues. My eyelids are droopy, leading to significant pressure, blurry vision, and dizziness.” She detailed the challenges she faced, including neck muscle paralysis, the necessity of a neck brace, and the development of dysphagia, making swallowing difficult and posing alarming moments of choking.

The American Migraine Foundation notes that Botox is an FDA-approved treatment for chronic migraines, involving injections into facial, head, and neck muscles to disrupt pain pathways. However, if the toxin spreads beyond the intended site, it can lead to botulism, causing progressive muscle paralysis, as stated by the FDA.

Days later, Hallock shared an update on Instagram, recounting a terrifying incident where she temporarily stopped breathing due to mucus obstruction in her throat. She mentioned receiving the botulism antitoxin and explained how doctors were administering medication through feeding tubes to prevent further complications.

In her latest TikTok video from the hospital, Hallock bravely showcased her struggles, removing her neck brace to reveal her inability to support her head. Despite feeling more scared and horrified than ever, she expressed resilience, stating, “I just wanted to show you my wibbly-wobbly bobble head, and let everyone know I am fighting and I am doing okay at the moment.”

Her husband, Brian, shared the challenging journey, revealing that Alicia spent a total of 18 days in the hospital. Although she has been cleared to go home, she will continue to receive support from home health nurses, including a dietitian, speech therapist, and, when appropriate, occupational and physical therapists. The couple remains optimistic about Alicia’s ongoing recovery.

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