Question 1

i want to know if the difficulty swallowing from botox injections didn't paralyze my esophagus? will this side effect go away on it's own?

Accepted Answer

Please clarify Q: Your question is unclear however commonly Botox is given in lower end of esophagus to treat achalasia, effects last many months, it does not work in many cases and many patients will need surgical solution eventually. However it is a complex topic and you need to see a good gastroenterologist or a surgeon who deals in this area. I am sorry if I didn't understand your question right!

Question 2

is it possible that not only did the botox paralyze my swallowing but can my cerebral palsy made it worse since it's 10 months and now i'm on a peg?

Accepted Answer

Botox: Not sure where it was injected but wears off so unlikely. Discuss your management plan with your doctor before getting anymore. All the best and I'm sorry you're worse.

Question 3

why does surgery paralyze bowel movement?

Accepted Answer

Multifactorial: Post op constipation is attributed to decreased activity, dehydration, and the use of narcotic analgesics. So, prepare for upcoming surgery by eating right, drink plenty of water, and staying active. In our practice, for inpatients undergoing major procedures we use a medication (entereg) which prohibits the narcotics from interfering with bowel function. Ask your surgeon. Good luck.

Question 4

at what point should i do botox?

Accepted Answer

Botox: Cosmetic treatments are best done when the patient is sufficently bothered by a feature, and a safe and effective treatment exists.  Botox is a great way to treat many facial lines caused by muscle movement.  You facial plastic or plastic surgeon or dermatologist can help you choose the best treatment for these lines and wrinkles.

Question 5

are there any side affects to botox

Accepted Answer

Yes: Here is a link to the FDA required notification in the Allergen web site: http://www.allergan.com/miscellaneous-pages/allergan-pdf-files/botox_med_guide

Question 6

what are the medical benefits of botox, ?

Accepted Answer

Many: May control migraine or tension headaches, neck sprains/strains, limb spasticity, areas of muscular tension, dystonias, bladder spasms, spasmodic dysphonia.

Question 7

botox injection.. what are the benefits and costs?

Accepted Answer

Appearace: Botox has mainly been used to temporaily relax the muscles of expression which cause facial lines or wrinkles.  It gives most people a more relaxed and rested appearanace.  Its cost depends upon the number of units used to create the effect.  You need to ask your provider how much per unit they charge and ther number of units used to get a idea of the cost.

Question 8

what to do if i have botox for strabismus?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Botos is given when strabismus is new and recovery is a possibility .  It paralyzes the active muscle to present fibrosis of the opposing muscle while it recovers.  This will also protect the eye so that if surgery is necessary, the new position of the eye can be counted upon.

Question 9

is botox for the treatment of blepharospasm?

Accepted Answer

Can be: I believe that was one of the first conditions that Botox injections were used for.

Question 10

does botox cause burning sensation on scalp?

Accepted Answer

It sure could.: Botox injections in the scalp are usually done for treatment of migraine headaches (by paralyzing trigger muscles), and the scalp is highly vascular, so needle pokes can cause stretching and bruising felt as "burning." this should be temporary and is of no concern otherwise.

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I want to know if the difficulty swallowing from botox injections didn't paralyze my esophagus? will this side effect go away on it's own?

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Is it possible that not only did the botox paralyze my swallowing but can my cerebral palsy made it worse since it's 10 months and now i'm on a peg?

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Why does surgery paralyze bowel movement?

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At what point should i do botox?

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Are there any side affects to botox

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What are the medical benefits of botox, ?

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Botox injection.. what are the benefits and costs?

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What to do if i have botox for strabismus?

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Is botox for the treatment of blepharospasm?

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Does botox cause burning sensation on scalp?

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