Can a person with vitiligo inject Botox?

Question

I'm a 29 years girl with vitiligo disorder it began about 6 month ago . The white patches are not apearing on my face. Id like to inject botox on my forehead wrinkles and also inject fillers for smile lines around my mouth . Is it dangerous for me to inject botox or even fillers to my face? I really need to inject.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

There is no association that i know of between vitiligo and botox. I suggest you see an expert for treatment.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

Having vitiligo is not a contraindication to getting botox treatments.  Botox is a purified protein injected into muscles to temporarily relax them.  Having juvederm injections should be fine but make sure you see a board certified plastic surgeon for the treatment.

Esta Kronberg, MD · Answer

There is no interaction between Botox and vitiligo.Enjoy your treatment results.Just be sure to go to a Board certified Dermatologist or Plastic Surgeon.

David Ikudayisi, MD · Answer

I don't believe there is any problem with having Botox or fillers if someone has Vitiligo. In fact I think most doctors would feel very comfortable, including myself in giving the injections of Botox or Fillers to patients with vitiligo.  In general, physicians will screen for a history of neuromuscular disorders and autoimmune diseases.Please consult a professional in your area.

Alex Eshaghian, MD, PhD · Answer

Thank you for your question faren.de. Botox is a purified protein used to
address wrinkles associated with facial expression. Vitiligo is a condition characterized by the appearance of patches on the skin with pigment loss. Vitiligo is not a contraindication to receiving Botox injections. But just how insults such as injections can trigger hyperpigmentation on the skin, there is the possibility of depigmentation. Please consult with a doctor for specific
recommendations.  Good luck!

Can a person with vitiligo inject Botox?

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