Description of medical Botox injections

Botulinicheskiй toxin obtained from bacteria. It is very toxic to nerves. Другое его название – bacterial neurotoxin.

Botulinum toxin is administered into the muscle, where it blocks the signals from the nerves to the muscles. This reduces muscle contractions.

There are several types and brands of botulinum toxin. Например Ботокс, Диспорт и Reloxin represent botulinum toxin type A.

Myoblok It is botulinum toxin type B. These products are used for cosmetic and medical purposes.

The process is often called botulinum toxin injection Injection of botox, although it may be used by any brand of botulinum toxin.

Reasons for Botox

Botulinum toxin injection is approved for the treatment of the following conditions:

• Cervical dystonia (abnormal spasms of neck muscles);
• Nictitating spasm (eyelid muscle spasm);
• Kosoglazie;
• Hyperhidrosis (increased sweating).

Injections are also used to treat other disorders, such as:

• Headaches and migraines;
• Axalazija (muscle spasm of the esophagus, It is causing difficulty swallowing);
• Muscle spasms due to cerebral palsy;
• Spasticity in the legs and arm muscles due to brain injury;
• Incontinence due to bladder problems;
• Disorders of the sphincter;
• Pain in the nerve periferičeskom;
• Temporomandibular Disorder (jaw disease).

Possible complications after injections of Botox

Complications are rare. When they occur, that they are temporary in nature and have mild symptoms. Side effects are related to the injection site. For Example, If injections are given around the eyes, complications can spread to the eyelids and eyebrow line.

Temporary problems may include:

• Redness;
• Edema;
• The burning sensation at the injection site.

Below are some adverse reactions. They, usually, soft and short-lived.

• Nausea;
• Fatigue;
• Flu-like symptoms;
• Headache.

Other complications, which may arise include:

• Excessive weakness of the muscles around the eyes, It can cause a lowering of the eyelids or obstruction of vision;
• Difficulty swallowing, may occur in patients, receiving an injection in the neck;
• Compensatory hyperhidrosis - people, lechivshihsya of gipergidroza, may develop increased sweating in other areas of the body;
• Excessive weakness and atrophy (attrition) muscle, which hosts an injection;
• Neck weakness in people with long hair, thin necks;
• The risk of spread of botulinum toxin beyond the injection site, that can cause symptoms of botulism, including shortness of breath and in severe cases, death (Children with cerebral palsy may be at higher risk for this side effect).

This procedure may impair nerve or muscle disorders, such as:

• Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis;
• Myasthenia.

Toxins can also interact with medications, antibiotics such as. You should inform your doctor about all medications.

Do not perform Botox injections:

• There there is an infection or inflammation at the site, where will botox be injected?;
• If sensitivity to the ingredients of Botox;
• If pregnant or breast-feeding.

How is the injection of Botox?

Anesthesia

The most common procedure is carried out without anesthesia.

Some patients at their request can numb the injection area for comfort. In this case, a local anesthetic.

Procedure Botox injections

It will be used a thin needle. The doctor enters the toxin through the skin into the muscle intended. Sometimes you need to make several injections in a small area.

After the procedure, introduction of botulinum toxin

To restore do not need a lot of time, the main thing to do:

• Remain upright for several hours;
• Alcohol should be avoided.

How long does the procedure of Botox injections?

The duration will depend on the number of seats, in which the injection is performed. Typically, the procedure takes less than 20 minutes.

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The patient may have some minimal discomfort.

Care after the introduction of Botox

Normal life can be resumed immediately after the procedure. For the best recovery should follow medical instructions.

Botulinum toxin temporarily weakens the muscle, into which it is introduced. The effect of the treatment lasts up to four months. When reusing medical effects can last longer.

Hazardous situations after Botox injections

After the procedure, you need to see a doctor in the following cases:

• Labored breathing;
• Difficulty swallowing;
• Difficulty in conversation;
• Lower eyelid droops or visually impaired;
• Excessive weakness around the injection site;
• Rash or any other sign of an allergic reaction.

In the case of a serious and rapidly deteriorating health should immediately call an ambulance.