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I would consult with your rheumatologist who is treating and following your for SLE. Provided you have no neurologic symptoms they will probably give you the medical clearance to have Botox. Again, I would consult with your treating physician before having injections.
There should be no problem injecting botulinum toxin (BOTOX) into a person who has systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).
There should be no problem getting Botox if you have SLE. Mainly neurologic diseases are what you have to be careful with like MS or ALS. Steve Weiner, MD, Facial Plastic Surgeon.
There is no contraindication to Botox treatment in patients with SLE. With that said, you should discuss your medical history with your physician injector to ensure that you are a good candidate. I hope this information is helpful for you.Stephen Weber MD, FACSDenver Facial Plastic Surgeon
botox works on the muscles and has nothing to do with the underlying disease in SLE...assuming your disease is relatively mild or adequately controlled on medication, go for it...but if your still in the active stage and haven't gone into remission...then wait...remember, botox treatments are optional...getting lupus under control is essential
I concur with Dr Green, discuss your desire to have Botox treatment with your rheumatologist. I am not aware of any contraindications for patients with autoimmune conditions.
Botox is one of the most commonly prescribed pharmaceuticals in the world and YES, it may be used (off label) to minimize lines at the mouth. It's good that you are investigating options on Real Self, but I strongly urge to schedule personal consultation at a board-certified plastic surgery...
Hi rech578,To figure out what exactly changed over the past 10-15 years, I would want to review photos of you from when you were around 20-25. You may or may not like it based on what you are trying to achieve. I have patients with similar issue, and some patients like it while others...
I don't restrict any skin care after these procedures. I tell patients not to manipulate the areas I treated with fillers for a few days if possible, but nothing with regards to the skin regimen. I wish you the best of luck, Dr. Emer.
This is a good question. There is potential that an increase in sweat may cause the Botox to wear off faster, however, I do not believe that there would be a very significant change in the length of time it would last. It is important for your overall health to continue to exercise regularly, so...
When you do not use your muscles, they begin to relax and become smaller, a term called atrophy. It is likely that your masseter muscles may reduce in size if you were to decrease excessive chewing, like with gum. However, as you require your masseter muscles for chewing food, it is not possible...
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