I am interested in getting Botox/Dysport but have heard people with autoimmune disorders should be cautious, can I get Botox?

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I was diagnosed with Graves Disease 10 years ago. I had a thyroid ablation and have been on synthroid ever since. I have had no problems.

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

I would recommend consulting your family physician regarding the use of Botox. Each individual and the severity of their condition differs. I would like to think you would be able to have the treatment. Without an in person consultation it is hard to say for sure.

Brian M. Harmych, MD, FACS · Answer

Unless you have some other autoimmune disease that wasn't mentioned in your question, you should be fine to get Botox. The radioiodine ablation you had in the past should have no effect on this. It wouldn't be unreasonable to check with your medical doctor prior to having Botox injection if you are atill concerned.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

to me there is no reason you cannot have botox/dysport if injected properly at the cosmetic doseages.  If you have MG (myasthenia) then you should be very careful especially in areas that are already effected.  You can confirm with your primary physician, but most will not know the exact answer to this.  The botox/dysport wears off in 3 months and has never been shown to cause autoimmune disease in anyone treated.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Kris M. Reddy, MD, FACS · Answer

Patients with Grave's Disease can have botox. Choose your injector wisely as he or she should be a master injector with experience injecting patients with autoimmune disease. It would be wise to consult with your primary care physician/internist and see if he or she can speak with your injector regarding the severity of your condition to ensure the best possible treatment.

Hratch Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

I would agree that all autoimmune disorders should not be bundled together as conditions in which Botox is contraindicated. It is recommended that Botox injections be avoided in multiple sclerosis. I do not withhold Botox in patients with Grave's or Hashimoto's thyroiditis.

I am interested in getting Botox/Dysport but have heard people with autoimmune disorders should be cautious, can I get Botox?

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I am interested in getting Botox/Dysport but have heard people with autoimmune disorders should be cautious, can I get Botox?

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Answer: Botox for Patient with Graves Disease

Answer: Botox for Patient with Graves Disease

Answer: Botox in patients with multiple sclerosis and Grave's disease

Answer: Botox in patients with multiple sclerosis and Grave's disease

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