Botox and Closed Angle Glaucoma Combination Safe?

April 27, 2012
Asked By:Rhondao

Hi, I have read the reviews about open angle glaucoma and botox, however is it safe for patients with acute closed angle glaucoma to have botox in the crows feet and/or forehead area. I have three trabulecomies (2 years ago). Prettys stable now - one drop twice a day. Thank you

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April 30, 2012

Answer: Closed angle glaucoma should be treated with a laser iridotomy.

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Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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April 30, 2012

Answer: Closed angle glaucoma should be treated with a laser iridotomy.

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Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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September 1, 2015

Answer: Botox treatment and wrinkles

Ron Shelton, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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Answer: Botox treatment and wrinkles

Ron Shelton, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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April 29, 2012

Answer: You can get Botox if you have any type of glaucoma

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April 29, 2012

Answer: You can get Botox if you have any type of glaucoma

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