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Pros and Cons of Botox: What You Need to Know

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Pros and Cons of Botox: What You Need to Know

Botox is an FDA-approved drug made from a toxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. In nature, this toxin causes a serious type of food poisoning called botulism. However, Botox injections are made from small diluted doses that are perfectly safe for humans. Botox works by temporarily paralyzing muscles near the injection site. Because of this, Botox is most commonly used for cosmetic purposes to soften wrinkles around the eyes, mouth, and forehead. However, Botox can also treat medical conditions such as excessive sweating, uncontrollable blinking, chronic migraines, and severe muscle contractions. Of course, there are pros and cons of getting Botox. 

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    Short-Term Gains

    Botox's main benefit—temporary results—can also be a drawback. Botox lasts 3–6 months. To sustain therapeutic effects, the patient must return for consecutive visits. Botox injections seldom hurt. Some people may have injection-site discomfort and bruising. Bruising and discomfort only occur during administration.

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    Tolerance

    Since Botox must be repeated, its efficacy might decrease with time. As treatments progress, patients may develop resistance to the medication, necessitating a higher toxin dose to achieve the same results.

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    Potential Side-Effects

    Botox treatments have low risks and infrequent side-effects that normally disappear within 24–48 hours. Some people may have weeks-long negative effects. Droopy eyelids, migraines, neck pain, nausea, etc. Antibiotic-takers should avoid Botox due to adverse reactions.

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    Frozen Face

    Since Botox freezes muscles, usage may prohibit people from smiling, frowning, etc. It may also freeze the face in a shocked or frowning look, which dissolves after a few days.

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