Botox Side Effects

By Dan Bass


Like most other drugs one needs to examine the potential side effects that may occur when one uses it and this should be done preferably before starting the treatment. Botox was originally developed for use in the treatment of muscles spasms that were associated with such diseases like multiple sclerosis and is thought to have very few side effects.

Botox for underarm sweating is also necessary because treatment with Botox is found to have a positive effect on the quality of life of the patient and most patients who have taken Botox for underarm sweating have found it to be effectual and it greatly improved their ability to interact socially as well as interpersonally. Botox injections are given using very thin needles and those who have very sensitive skin or who could be prone to bruising may expect a certain degree of bruising to take place. However, this bruising is very slight and will fade away soon after the treatment has been done.

This is done in order to ascertain that Botox may be safely used to treat underarm sweating that does not require other treatment. However, this problem is very limited and is thought to only occur in less than one per cent of the users and the best solution to avoid such occurrences is to get the treatment done from a certified medical professional which would guarantee receiving quality treatment.

There is still work to be done to establish the safety and effectiveness of Botox for underarm sweating in body areas other than the armpits. These side effects of Botox may last only a week and may then disappear. Before taking other medications while undergoing Botox treatment it is advisable to check with the doctor or pharmacist about potential Botox side effects that may result from using such other medications. A list of all the possible side effects of Botox would include headaches, flu-like symptoms, temporary drooping of the eyelids, nausea, squinting and/or double vision, twitching of the eye, facial pain, redness at the site of the injection and also weakness in the muscles.

Mostly, the amount of Botox and its side effects are very low and can typically last not more than six months due to the fact that Botox treatment is temporary. Patients who suffer neuromuscular disorders need to consult their physicians before taking Botox injection treatment since there is a possibility of cardiovascular problems arising. Other possible side effects of Botox include pain in the face, erythema at the injection site as well as muscle weakness.




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