Is “eyelid twitching” a disease? Botox treatment is effective!

Old people often say

Left eye twitching means good fortune, right eye twitching means disaster

When my eyelids twitch, I start to worry about whether it's a good omen or not.

But it took several days to jump

You're not paying attention yet?

In addition to the "get rich" warning

More likely to remind you

The eyes give birth to a

It's called "blepharospasm"!

Is “eyelid twitching” also a disease?

First of all, there is no scientific basis for the saying that "left eye twitching means good fortune, right eye twitching means disaster". When the number of eyelid twitching increases or the eyes are closed involuntarily for a long time, you need to be vigilant.

01. Physiological eyelid twitching : Generally mild. If it is caused by overwork, it will recover after rest.

02. Pathological eyelid twitching: The attacks are frequent, lasting for a long time, with a large amplitude. Some people will even twitch their eyebrows, forehead, mouth corners, or even half of their face. It is usually accompanied by symptoms such as eye soreness, dryness, photophobia, and tearing. Pathological eyelid twitching is medically called blepharospasm. It usually cannot recover on its own and needs to be treated in the hospital.

As a "disease"

Can I use "beauty treatment"?

You only know

"Botulinum toxin" is well-known in the beauty industry

But I don't understand

In the medical field

It also has a wide range of applications

What exactly is blepharospasm?

The main symptoms are frequent eye blinking, and in some cases, the eyes may even close completely, resulting in limited vision or dry eyes, and inability to see or walk normally. This condition is usually more obvious during the day, and the symptoms worsen when the vision is focused or the mood fluctuates. Blepharospasm usually occurs in one or both eyes, and a single eye may gradually develop into both eyes, causing trouble to the patient's life.

Why is botulinum toxin effective? The working principle of botulinum toxin is to temporarily relax muscles and relieve spasms by blocking the signal transmission between nerves and muscles and inhibiting the release of a neurotransmitter called acetylcholine. It is precisely because of this mechanism that botulinum toxin is widely used in the treatment of blepharospasm and hemifacial spasm, which relieves symptoms by blocking nerve signal transmission and reducing muscle spasms.

Who is suitable for Botox treatment?

Botulinum toxin is widely used to treat a variety of neurological diseases and is currently a very effective option for the treatment of blepharospasm. If your eyelids are blinking or closing frequently and it affects your work and quality of life, botulinum toxin can help relieve your symptoms.

Who is not suitable for Botox treatment?

The Eyelid and Orbital Disease/ Ocular Plastic Surgery Department of Wuhan University Aier Eye Hospital reminds that although botulinum toxin treatment has a good effect, it is not suitable for everyone. The following people should avoid using botulinum toxin:

People who are allergic to the ingredients of botulinum toxin.

Pregnant or breastfeeding women.

People with neuromuscular diseases, such as myasthenia gravis.

Injections are not suitable for areas with skin or muscle infections.

Therefore, before receiving botulinum toxin treatment, be sure to communicate with your doctor to make sure you have no contraindications.

Is Botulinum Toxin safe?

Although botulinum toxin is highly toxic as a neurotoxin, its safety can be guaranteed in medical applications. First, the use of botulinum toxin is carried out under strict sterile conditions, which can effectively prevent infection. Secondly, the dosage of botulinum toxin can be precisely controlled and can be adjusted according to the patient's specific situation. In addition, after the injection of botulinum toxin, its duration of action is limited. Generally, after 3-6 months, the toxin will be naturally metabolized by the human body and will not cause long-term effects on the body.

It should be noted that after the injection of botulinum toxin, some minor side effects may occur, such as local pain and swelling, but these symptoms usually disappear on their own in a short time. Patients should follow the advice of professional doctors to ensure safety and effectiveness.

The Department of Eyelid and Orbital Disease/Ocular Plastic Surgery at the Aier Eye Hospital Affiliated to Wuhan University reminds you that although botulinum toxin, as a highly toxic neurotoxin, has brought many unexpected advantages in its application in the medical field, it still needs to be treated with caution during use. Be sure to choose a regular medical institution and use it under the guidance of a professional doctor.