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Botox Nightmare: Georgia Mom Paralyzed After Routine Injection
30 Jul
Summary
- 33-year-old mother of 3 left paralyzed after Botox injection
- Spent over £22,000 to diagnose rare botulism condition
- Still recovering 2 years later, warns others of Botox risks
In a cautionary tale, a 33-year-old mother from Georgia, Amanda Wolaver, was left paralyzed after a routine Botox injection. Wolaver, a sales director, thought she was "slowly dying" when severe headaches left her unable to move or function, becoming housebound for months.
After spending over £22,000 on tests in March 2025, Wolaver was finally diagnosed with TIA strokes and iatrogenic botulism - a rare condition where toxins attack the nervous system and cause paralysis. This was caused by the botulinum neurotoxins in the Botox she had received for the first time.
Wolaver had to completely change her lifestyle, cutting out caffeine and soda, and even removing her breast implants to help her body detoxify. Two years later, she is still not fully recovered, warning others about the hidden risks of Botox and other beauty treatments.
Wolaver's harrowing experience highlights the potential dangers of cosmetic procedures, even routine ones like Botox injections. Her story serves as a stark reminder to always be cautious and informed when considering any aesthetic treatments.
