Why not do Botox while nursing?
⚡ Short answer: Botox (botulinum toxin) is not recommended during nursing because there is insufficient reliable scientific research on this topic.
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bir anne · Mom
why not do Botox while nursing?
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Botox (botulinum toxin) is not recommended during nursing because there is insufficient reliable scientific research on this topic. It is not clearly known how much botox enters breast milk or what effects, if any, it has on the baby. In this state of "unknowing," the general medical principle is to avoid using medication when not absolutely necessary. Additionally, botox's mechanism of action — blocking nerve transmission — theoretically carries potential for serious effects on the baby such as muscle weakness, swallowing difficulty, or breathing problems, even if the risk is small and not zero.
Many obstetric, dermatology, and plastic surgery associations therefore do not recommend botox during nursing. Waiting until the nursing period ends is considered the safest approach.
⚕️ Health note: This answer is for general information only; it is not medical advice. Every baby is different — for decisions about your baby's health, consult your pediatrician.
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