I Have Had Lazy Eye Since Birth. Dr Said Botox or Surgery, But Scared of Needles?

April 26, 2012
Asked By:FUZZYG in london

I have lazy eye from birth. I am in the UK and have an appointment for either botox or surgery. I am really scared of needles. is there any way i can get botox without seeing the needle or should i go for surgery?  

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May 1, 2012

Answer: Lazy Eye can mean two different things.

A.J. Amadi, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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May 1, 2012

Answer: Lazy Eye can mean two different things.

A.J. Amadi, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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April 30, 2012

Answer: We need some clarification about what you mean by "Lazy Eye"

Tanuj Nakra, MD, FACSOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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April 30, 2012

Answer: We need some clarification about what you mean by "Lazy Eye"

Tanuj Nakra, MD, FACSOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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April 27, 2012

Answer: Botox Injections

Philip Young, MDBoard Certified Otolaryngologist
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April 27, 2012

Answer: Botox Injections

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April 27, 2012

Answer: It is improbable that you have an appointment for BOTOX or surgery.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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April 27, 2012

Answer: It is improbable that you have an appointment for BOTOX or surgery.

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April 27, 2012

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