On the 3rd day my eye completely closed. I have been using the eye drops but they have not helped at all. I am wondering if acuputure would help lift the eyelid back up?
July 12, 2015
Answer: Acupuncture for droopy eyelid after Botox The muscle is paralyzed and acupuncture will not help it. If your eye is fully closed then the drops will probably not help either. Unfortunately, the only thing that will help is time for the Botox to wear off. This can take anywhere from 1-3 months. Sorry to hear this happened to you.
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July 12, 2015
Answer: Acupuncture for droopy eyelid after Botox The muscle is paralyzed and acupuncture will not help it. If your eye is fully closed then the drops will probably not help either. Unfortunately, the only thing that will help is time for the Botox to wear off. This can take anywhere from 1-3 months. Sorry to hear this happened to you.
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July 13, 2015
Answer: Botox Thank you for the question and sharing your concerns. I am not aware of any benefit of acupuncture in this situation. Hopefully, the eye drops will be of more benefit as the Botox effect wears off. The good news is eventually your eyelid drop should normalize, but it may take a month or more. I hope this helps! "This answer has been solicited without seeing this patient and cannot be held as true medical advice, but only opinion. Seek in-person treatment with a trained medical professional for appropriate care."
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July 13, 2015
Answer: Botox Thank you for the question and sharing your concerns. I am not aware of any benefit of acupuncture in this situation. Hopefully, the eye drops will be of more benefit as the Botox effect wears off. The good news is eventually your eyelid drop should normalize, but it may take a month or more. I hope this helps! "This answer has been solicited without seeing this patient and cannot be held as true medical advice, but only opinion. Seek in-person treatment with a trained medical professional for appropriate care."
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