I have Myasthenia Gravis, I have read Botox is unsafe for me. What alternatives are there?

March 20, 2017
Asked By:lucy.short in Dublin, TX

I have Myasthenia Gravis so I don't think Botox is safe to use. I am 36 and my wedding is in 3 months. I have some horizontal forehead lines I want to try and reduce. They are not that deep, I would like to know are dermal fillers a possible, effective alternative to Botox?

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March 22, 2017

Answer: Botox injections are contraindicated in those with certain neurological conditions like myasthenia gravis.

March 22, 2017

Answer: Botox injections are contraindicated in those with certain neurological conditions like myasthenia gravis.

April 25, 2017

Answer: Botox and Myasthenia Gravis

April 25, 2017

Answer: Botox and Myasthenia Gravis

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