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I received Botox back in October 2015 in my forehead and glabella. It was a total of 30 units. Afterwards my right eye would twitch consistently every day for a few months till the Botox wore off. I really want to get more but I am scared of this happening again. Did it have to do with the Botox?

Julia Ann Sullivan Miller, MD · Answer

It is unlikely that the twitching that you experienced is related to the Botox injection. Usually the type of eyelid twitching you described is related to feelings of nervousness or a condition of dry eye.  If these symptoms recur I would consult with an ophthalmologist.

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and photograph.  I am sorry to hear of your symptoms after your last Botox treatment.  In most cases Botox is used to paralyze nerves preventing muscle contractions and twitching.  Your symptoms would be unusual for Botox and likely there is another explanation.  Talk to your injector about your symptoms but it should be safe for you to have another treatment without these issues.  Best wishes.

Bryson G. Richards, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.It is unlikely that botox would cause twitching. What likely has happened, is that botox has worked in certain areas but may not have had an effect in the area that appears to "twitch". You should talk to your injector and discuss what happened.Best of luck.

James R. Gordon, MD, FACS, FAAO · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question. Botox diminishes muscle "twitching". It would not have caused this problem. Most likely the problem was coincidental. You should be fine with future injections of Botox. Good luck,

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Botox wouldn't cause twitching it would get rid of it.  This is likely due to stress but if you are concerned please see a neurologist or opthomologist.  Best, Dr. Emer.

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