BTX is a substance that is used to remove wrinkles, lines and “Crow's feet”, but it also has very good results when used in some medical treatments and especially to control migraine.
Plastic surgeon Guillermo Peña Cabus comments that in his clinic he has successfully performed BTX treatment to control headaches.
The specialist answers several questions about the use of botulinum toxin.
P- What is BTX?
R- BTX is not a medicine, but a substance of biological origin. Its production is very well controlled.
It has been used for several decades in the world. And in medicine in neurology, rehabilitation and plastic surgery.
P- In what type of diseases can BTX be used??
R- It is applied to patients with blepharospasm, hereditary torticollis, migraine, cervical dystonia, infantile paralysis, gynecology and excessive sweating, which prevents me from having a normal life.
What the toxin does is it paralyzes the muscle and causes the nerves to send electrical signals to the affected area.
P- How does this toxin work in migraine treatment?
R- Migraine is a common disease, reason why this substance can be used to control the disease.
Migraine originates from the nerves between the orbit and the nose. Botulinum toxin is applied in that area to relieve pain..
Before using the toxin, it must be established what conditions this headache.
The toxin that I use is a little stronger than others.
P- How long does the toxin last in this medical treatment?
R- It can have a duration of more than 6 a 12 months, where the patient does not have migraine episodes.
May vary in the area and tissue where the substance is applied.
In some cases it can be as short as three months.
P- Can side effects occur when using the toxin?
R- It has no effect, since it takes away the migraine. The face looks cooler, rejuvenated and has no negative gestures.
This toxin can be used in children and the elderly, depending on the disease. In the case of minors it is used for hereditary problems.
In the case of people who have been vaccinated against botulism, this treatment does not work.
Source: laprensa.hn
