Injection Specialists

At a Glance

• For hyperhidrosis patients, injection therapy can block symptoms for approximately 16-24 weeks.
• Botox stunts hyperhidrosis by temporarily blocking the secretion of the chemical charged with initiating the body's sweat glands.
• Cosmetically indicated Botox injections can help diminish, and sometimes eliminate, fine wrinkles around the eyes and forehead.

The Procedure

Utilizing Dr. Hyde's skill and experience with needles, Elite Vein Services is delighted to offer Botox therapy for treatment of hyperhidrosis and cosmetic enhancement. Botox is a natural, purified protein called botulinum toxin type A, and it works by blocking nerve impulses. In cosmetic issues it blocks the nerves that cause muscles to contract, and in hyperhidrosis it temporarily blocks the chemical charged with initiating the body's sweat glands.

First, the physician will determine the appropriate places for injection. Botox is then injected using a tiny needle. The injection can cause discomfort for some, and if necessary, ice or an anesthetic ointment may be used to numb the injection site. When treating hyperhidrosis with Botox injections, we do axillary mapping to ensure accurate injections at the site of the overactive sweat glands.

After injection, Botox will remain in the body's system for approximately 16-24 weeks. Results will become visible within several days of the treatment.

What Conditions Does It Treat?

Botox injections are indicated for cosmetic diminution of fine wrinkles around the eyes and on the forehead. Injections can also be used to treat those suffering from hyperhidrosis, or overactive sweat glands.

Am I a Candidate?

Candidates for Botox injections include patients who wish to better manage their hyperhidrosis, or patients who desire the cosmetic benefits of diminished fine lines and wrinkles. Candidates should be between ages 18 and 65, with no current health problems or infections. Drug use, including prescription drugs, can cause Botox to react differently, so any drug use should be reported to your physician. Use of certain antibiotic drugs can heighten the possibility of side effects.

Patients with neuromuscular diseases should consult their doctor before any Botox injections as they are at increased risk for cardiovascular problems resulting from the injection. Botox is not shown to have adverse effects on unborn children, but pregnant patients, along with those that are breast-feeding, are still urged to avoid Botox injections.

Recovery

One of the greatest benefits of Botox injections is that there is little to no downtime. Patients can immediately resume normal activity. Results will begin to appear a few days after the treatment. Patients using Botox injections for hyperhidrosis should refrain from intensive exercise or the use of a sauna on the day of injection.

Potential Risks

Side effects from Botox treatment, whether for hyperhidrosis or cosmetic concerns, are typically minimal. Most patients react well to the injections and do not have adverse side effects. In cases where side effects are present, they are usually not serious and involve little to no medical treatment. Botox only stays in the body for a maximum of 24 weeks, so any persistent side effects should resolve themselves after that period. Common side effects include flu syndrome, headache, nausea, respiratory infection, or temporary eyelid droop.

Other complications can occur from the procedure if you are receiving the injection from an inexperienced or unqualified physician, so be sure to take caution in selecting your physician.