Hi there, 1 weeks ago I found out I was 12 weeks pregnant and 2 weeks ago I had botox injections on my face: around eye and forehead. I did not know I was pregnant! Can a medical professional help me to understand the consequences? I have read many the things about low birth weight and deformity's in rabbits and mice.. I'm really worried about my situation!! Thanks a lot!
September 12, 2018
Answer: Botox while pregnant I am not aware of any human studies that show adverse effects of Botox on pregnant women or the fetus. That being said, cosmetic treatments like Botox and fillers are always deferred in women who are pregnant or nursing due to the remote possibility of unknown effects on the baby. While the small amounts of Botox used in the face for cosmetic purposes is unlikely to cause any harm, a visit with the obstetrician would definitely be recommended.
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September 12, 2018
Answer: Botox while pregnant I am not aware of any human studies that show adverse effects of Botox on pregnant women or the fetus. That being said, cosmetic treatments like Botox and fillers are always deferred in women who are pregnant or nursing due to the remote possibility of unknown effects on the baby. While the small amounts of Botox used in the face for cosmetic purposes is unlikely to cause any harm, a visit with the obstetrician would definitely be recommended.
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April 5, 2017
Answer: Tough one Unfortunately I don't think you are going to get a good answer from any plastic surgeons haha.I would defer this one to your OB/gyne and your pediatrician. They will be able to better advise you. That being said, you should have some piece of mind that the dose for cosmetic botox is very small compared to any of those mouse studies. So do your best to not google and see your OB/GYN asap. They will likely make you feel better.Hope this helps.Best of luck,Drc
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April 5, 2017
Answer: Tough one Unfortunately I don't think you are going to get a good answer from any plastic surgeons haha.I would defer this one to your OB/gyne and your pediatrician. They will be able to better advise you. That being said, you should have some piece of mind that the dose for cosmetic botox is very small compared to any of those mouse studies. So do your best to not google and see your OB/GYN asap. They will likely make you feel better.Hope this helps.Best of luck,Drc
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November 28, 2015
Answer: Pregnancy and Botox Thank you for your question. I would not worry too much if you had Botox and found out you were pregnant. Botox works locally where it was injected and the dosing is very small. The makers of Botox would never consider sponsoring a study to see the saftey of Botox during pregnancy or breast feeding as it would be too risky for them. Likewise, for physicians. I generally provide reassurance for situations like yours and I do recommend that you stop any future injectable treatments until either the baby is born or until after breast feeding. I would also let you OB know that you had a Botox treatment during pregnancy so they are aware.
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November 28, 2015
Answer: Pregnancy and Botox Thank you for your question. I would not worry too much if you had Botox and found out you were pregnant. Botox works locally where it was injected and the dosing is very small. The makers of Botox would never consider sponsoring a study to see the saftey of Botox during pregnancy or breast feeding as it would be too risky for them. Likewise, for physicians. I generally provide reassurance for situations like yours and I do recommend that you stop any future injectable treatments until either the baby is born or until after breast feeding. I would also let you OB know that you had a Botox treatment during pregnancy so they are aware.
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