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Thank you for your question. You should be able to have injections done safely. I would however recommend that you go to a board-certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon familiar with the your condition.
Don't take any chances even though side effects with Botox are very rare. Google "Botox side effects" and check with your rheumatologist. Botox can initiate some symptoms in people with connective tissue diseases, and Sjogrens is in this list. jlr
Sjogren's is an autoimmune disease that can result in dry mouth and dry eyes. Botox injections near the eye can result in more opening of the eye and can directly result in additional dryness of the eye. Dry eye can cause blurred vision and scratchy, gritty uncomfortable eyes and can result in vision loss in more severe situations. You should have your eyes evaluated for dry eye before receiving Botox around that area.
Hello Gsdvanleersum,Sjogren's disease is not a contraindication to Botox. I would be careful with injections because it does inhibit the same molecule the saliva glands use to produce saliva. But as long as you aren't treating near the saliva glands then you would likely be fine. I would certainly discuss this with your injector to go over the risks and benefits and decide on a treatment plan. I hope this helps and good luck.
The short answer is yes. Consult a board certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon who is experienced in the use of the material
There is just about NOTHING that you can do or not do that affect where your Botox is or will go. Just go about your normal routine and enjoy the effects of the Botox.
Yes! it is a common situation to be bothered by an enlargement of the parotid glands that can square off jawline and misshape a lower face. Often, patients have seen several other surgeons who told them there was nothing they could do except to cut them out, even though they are not a tumor.T...
Thank you for your question. This is not a common reaction to Botox. I would recommend that you revisit with your injector who can further examine you.
Thank you for your question. I do believe that Botox in the masseter muscles would be very beneficial for you. I would however caution you to seek out a board-certified plastic surgeon or dermatologist who is well-versed in this procedure. It is a more advanced technique, and can cause...
Pricing for Botox can vary anywhere from under $10 a unit to over 15. It will largely depend on the experience of your injector, and the market that you are in. The amount of Botox that you need for the regions that you mentioned is anywhere from 40 to 70 units, depending on the physical exam on...
It could be coincidence on the timing between your injection and the symptoms. I would not necessarily consider this an allergic reaction unless it happens again. I would let your injector know in case they changed their protocol such as the use of a different topical anesthetic.
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