Botox and dry eyes

Question

I've had dry eyes for years (way before I started using botox). When I'm outdoor tears easily roll off my cheeks especially when its windy. I've been using botox for about year. I noticed now sometimes when I'm indoor laying on my bed or sofa watching tv if I'm laying on my side tears starts to follow. If I sleep on my side somethings I cry in my sleep. If I'm on my back it doesnt happen. I just thought I'd ask if there is any relationship to botox. Thx

Sonia Badreshia-Bansal, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. I have been injecting Botox for nearly 10 yers, injected thousands of patients, and have never had this complaint.  I doubt the Botox is the culprit.  I am not saying impossible, but very unlikely botox is to blame, especially if you are on your back, and nothing happens. I hope this helps!

J. Jason Wendel, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.Since the problem occured prior to having injections, I would not associate your dry eyes and tearing with the Botox. I would recommend seeing an ophthalmologist for a consultation in regards to your concerns. I hope this helps.

Robert M. Tornambe, MD · Answer

I am not aware of Botox causing or affecting tearing. Sounds like you need to see an ophthalmologist. Good luck

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

I am not aware of any relationship between Botox and eye tearing or dry eyes.  I would recommend seeing an ophthalmologist about your issue to see if a cause can be determined.

Benjamin Barankin, MD, FRCPC · Answer

There is no data or experience to suggest that Botox causes dry eyes. Dry eyes are a common problem, and yours preceded the botox. Best to speak to your eye doctor about this.

Botox and dry eyes

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