Will taking Botox injections help the light sensitivity to my eyes? (Photo)

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I have Blephrospasm, and doc recommends botox injection. My eyes started being overly sensitive to any kind of light before my eyelids started drooping. Most days I stay in the shades and my eyes stay open, but as soon as there is light, they start to spasm.

Katrinka L. Heher, MD · Answer

Botox will help the eyelid spasms but do not make the light sensitivity better. In fact for the first 3 weeks following botox injections, many patients have more light sensitivity.  The Botox affects the blink and eyes become dry making the sensitivity worse. I always recommend aggressive lubrication of the eyes for the first few weeks. Botox should only be used if the spasms are causing you difficulties with seeing.  Hope this helps and best of luck.

Melvin Elson, MD · Answer

Botox works very well for blepharospasm and may help the sensitivity see a board certified ophthalmologist for treatment

Will taking Botox injections help the light sensitivity to my eyes? (Photo)

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