Feb 27 Itchy skin? Try Botox

Botox is not just a treatment for wrinkles. It may even be effective in the treatment of itchy skin conditions such as eczema.
Doctors at Edinburgh University found that a woman who had been suffering from itchy skin on her torso and arms for more than 12 years reported a dramatic reduction in itching that lasted for six months after having Botox injections in the affected areas.

In another case, a 55-year-old woman who had suffered from intense, long term itch on her forehead was also successfully treated with a Botox injection. Severe itchiness is known as pruritus. Pruritus can be a condition on its own or be a symptom of other itch problems such as anaemia or eczema.

The cause for extreme itchiness is currently unknown, but the condition has been linked to nerve damage and sun exposure. There are several treatments available for sufferers such as antihistamines and steroid creams, however many of those that suffer do not respond to these treatments.

Botox injections are comprised of botulimum toxin, it’s a protein produced by bacetria that causes botulism food poisoning. This toxin can interfere with a brain chemical called acetylcholine. Acetylcholine can trigger the contraction of muscles – and a theory involving acetylcholine, is that it is also the chemical involved in triggering itches.
Research has shown that eczema patients are more sensitive to acetylcholine. However, more research needs to be done in order to ensure that the effect is real and can be used on a more wide basis.

Feb 6 How Safe is Botox?

FAQ: How safe is Botox?

A lot of customers come in to ask this question because they are unsure of what Botox can do and would like to find out more information about the treatment.

You may be surprised to know that Botox is actually one of the safest medications on the market. It has been approved by the FDA, which confirms how safe it is. Since the FDA is one of the strictest agencies in the world that regulates cosmetics and drugs, you can be sure that those medicines, treatments, and cosmetics approved by their rigorous testing are not only safe to use but effective as well.

Botox has been in use since the 1980s and it is one of the most studied and tested drugs in medicine. It has been exposed to comprehensive research trials that have spanned more than 100 years. In the beginning, Botox was introduced strictly for medical use and was first used to treat those who had excessive eye blinking. An interesting fact is that heavier doses of Botox are used for medical use.
Ever since Botox was approved  for cosmetic use, millions of facial rejuvenation procedures have been done all around the world. No
serious, permanent, or long term side effects have ever been reported – as long as the procedure is done by the right person, Botox is a very safe treatment. Since Botox is essentially a medical substance, it should only be administered by someone who is medically and professionally trained, qualified, and experienced with this procedure.
As with all treatments, side effects are possible but are very rare and are not permanent. With the delivery of Botox, there are minor side effects such as slight redness, bruising, swelling, a slight headache, and drooping of the eyelids are all possible. These side effects are all temporary.