I received Botox injections three weeks ago to relieve blepharospasms. The spasms have increased to the point I am now unable to drive and work. My eyes will not stay open due to the spasms forcing them shut and movement makes it worst. What would cause this?
January 4, 2018
Answer: Botox make blepharospasm worse? It would be unlikely for that to occur. I would call your injector and follow up with them. Also, a second opinion can never hurt.
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January 4, 2018
Answer: Botox make blepharospasm worse? It would be unlikely for that to occur. I would call your injector and follow up with them. Also, a second opinion can never hurt.
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January 5, 2018
Answer: Worsening blepharospasm after Botox Botox is regarded as the most effective treatment of choice for the rapid but temporary relief of blepharospasm. Once injected, it weakens the affected muscles (typically Orbicularis muscle) and relieves the spasm. More importantly the effect of Botox is determined by the location of injection and the dose of medication. If you are experiencing inability to stay open your eyes and forcing them shut and worsening of movement, it may be from adverse effect of Botox; most commonly, ptosis, is due to diffusion of Botox from the injection sites to the sensitive levator muscle. I recommend you to check with your injector to find out what you are feeling is from inadequate relief of spasm or from adverse effect of injection.
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January 5, 2018
Answer: Worsening blepharospasm after Botox Botox is regarded as the most effective treatment of choice for the rapid but temporary relief of blepharospasm. Once injected, it weakens the affected muscles (typically Orbicularis muscle) and relieves the spasm. More importantly the effect of Botox is determined by the location of injection and the dose of medication. If you are experiencing inability to stay open your eyes and forcing them shut and worsening of movement, it may be from adverse effect of Botox; most commonly, ptosis, is due to diffusion of Botox from the injection sites to the sensitive levator muscle. I recommend you to check with your injector to find out what you are feeling is from inadequate relief of spasm or from adverse effect of injection.
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