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Is It Okay to Undergo Botox in Both Hands and Feet?

asked 1 year ago by xiecah in Philippines
Latest answer by Lawrence Kass, MD
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Tags: hands, feet, timing

hello! im Grace from Philippines.i have hyperhidrosis in both hands and feet..it is really embarrassing and it eats my self-confidence as well as self-esteem. i know it will cost me much but i just want to ask if it is okay to undergo botox injections in both hands and feet,together at the same time?how long will my hands and feet experience the swelling? thank you and more power to all!

3 answers to Is It Okay to Undergo Botox in Both Hands and Feet?

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Botox for hyperhidrosis of the hands and feet

Botox is a wonderful treatment for hyperhidrosis of the hands and feet. There is no problem getting treatment for both areas at the same time. Good luck!
Lawrence Kass, MD

Saint Petersburg Oculoplastic Surgeon
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Botulinum Toxin For Palmar and Plantar Hyperhidrosis

Hi Grace, thanks for your question! Yes, if you see an injector who is experienced in these areas it is safe. There is a very small risk that the injections may cause temporary weakness of the hand and/or foot muscles, but this is of low risk if the injections are done by an experienced injector. The swelling in your feet will usually last longer than the swelling in your hands. To minimise this I recommend that you plan to spend the first 2 days after your injections resting with... more
Jill Tomlinson, MBBS, FRACS

Melbourne Plastic Surgeon
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Botox for hyperhidrosis

Botox is FDA approved for treatment of severe axillary (underarms) hyperhidrosis but is used off label to treat palmar and plantar hyperhidrosis.  Patients considering Botox injections for hyperhidrosis should be evaluated by a board certified dermatologist to formulate the best overall treatment plan.  Unlike the axilla, Botox injections into the palms and soles can be very painful usually requiring nerve blocks. 
Anthony Perri, MD

Houston Dermatologist

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