How to Apply Botox for Spasmodic Dysphonia?
Botox (Botulinum Toxin) is derived from the Clostridium Botulinum bacteria found in nature. It is actually a very toxic toxin. However, it can be given to humans in extremely small concentrations.
Muscles contract when a chemical called acetylcholine, released by nerves, attaches to receptors on muscle cells. Botox prevents the release of acetylcholine by the nerves, weakening the muscles and preventing contraction.
In patients with Spasmodic Dysphonia, Botox is usually injected into the vocal cords by entering the neck area with a small needle. Depending on the patient's condition and request, it can also be injected into the vocal cords from the inner part of the throat by entering the mouth area with a long needle under short-term general anesthesia. In this way, the vocal cords relax and the contractions weaken.
In light of the diagnosis, it can be applied to one or both vocal cords. There is no risk of poisoning, it does not spread to the body. The amount of botox used in aesthetic operations is usually 40-80 doses. The dose used for Spasmodic Dysphonia is mostly 1-2 doses, with a maximum of 15 doses. The effect of Botox can be seen within 24-72 hours. This period can rarely last up to 5 days. After Botox takes effect, the patient usually goes through three stages:
- Breath Phase: It is the stage where the effect of Botox is the highest and the vocal cord muscles are the weakest. The sound produced is weak and shrill. Temporary difficulty in swallowing and swallowing may be experienced. It may last for a few days or a few weeks.
- Normal Phase: The effect of Botox is normal and the vocal cord muscles are slightly strengthened but too loose to contract. The sound and breathing are normal. It may take a few weeks or a few months.
- Regeneration Phase: The effect of the Botox diminishes and disappears and the vocal cord muscles are strengthened again and contractions can occur again. The voice and breathing worsen. The need for re-injection appears.
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