Meige Syndrome
A syndrome characterized by orofacial DYSTONIA; including BLEPHAROSPASM; forceful jaw opening; lip retraction; platysma muscle spasm; and tongue protrusion. It primarily affects older adults, with an incidence peak in the seventh decade of life. (From Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, p108)
Hemifacial Spasm
Recurrent clonic contraction of facial muscles, restricted to one side. It may occur as a manifestation of compressive lesions involving the seventh cranial nerve (FACIAL NERVE DISEASES), during recovery from BELL PALSY, or in association with other disorders. (From Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, p1378)
Dystonia
An attitude or posture due to the co-contraction of agonists and antagonist muscles in one region of the body. It most often affects the large axial muscles of the trunk and limb girdles. Conditions which feature persistent or recurrent episodes of dystonia as a primary manifestation of disease are referred to as DYSTONIC DISORDERS. (Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, p77)
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Acquired and inherited conditions that feature DYSTONIA as a primary manifestation of disease. These disorders are generally divided into generalized dystonias (e.g., dystonia musculorum deformans) and focal dystonias (e.g., writer's cramp). They are also classified by patterns of inheritance and by age of onset.
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The 7th cranial nerve. The facial nerve has two parts, the larger motor root which may be called the facial nerve proper, and the smaller intermediate or sensory root. Together they provide efferent innervation to the muscles of facial expression and to the lacrimal and SALIVARY GLANDS, and convey afferent information for TASTE from the anterior two-thirds of the TONGUE and for TOUCH from the EXTERNAL EAR.
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Blepharospasm-oromandibular dystonia syndrome (Brueghel's syndrome). A variant of adult-onset torsion dystonia? (1/78)
Thirty-nine patients with the idiopathic blepharospasm-oromandibular dystonia syndrome are described. All presented in adult life, usually in the sixth decade; women were more commonly affected than men. Thirteen had blepharospasm alone, nine had oromandibular dystonia alone, and 17 had both. Torticollis or dystonic writer's camp preceded the syndrome in two patients. Eight other patients developed toritocollis, dystonic posturing of the arms, or involvement of respiratory muscles. No cause or hereditary basis for the illness were discovered. The evidence to indicate that this syndrome is due to an abnormality of extrapyramidal function, and that it is another example of adult-onset focal dystonia akin to spasmodic torticollis and dystonic writer's cramp, is discussed. (+info)Botulinum toxin treatment of hemifacial spasm and blepharospasm: objective response evaluation. (2/78)
Twenty seven patients with hemifacial spasm (HFS) and sixteen patients with blepharospasm (BS) having mean Jankovic disability rating scale score of 2.56+0.58 SD and 2.81+0.54 SD, respectively, were treated with botulinum toxin A (BTX-A) injections. The total number of injection sessions were ninety one with relief response in 98.91%. The mean improvement in function scale score was 3.78+0.64 SD and 3.29+1.07 SD respectively, in HFS and BS groups. The clinical benefit induced by botulinum toxin lasted for a mean of 4.46+3.11 SD (range 2 to 13) months in HFS group and 2.66+1.37 SD (range 1 to 6) months, in BS groups. Transient ptosis was seen in 4.39% of total ninety one injection sessions. These findings show that local botulinum toxin treatment provides effective, safe and long lasting relief of spasms. (+info)Risk factors for spread of primary adult onset blepharospasm: a multicentre investigation of the Italian movement disorders study group. (3/78)
OBJECTIVES: Little is known about factors influencing the spread of blepharospasm to other body parts. An investigation was carried out to deterrmine whether demographic features (sex, age at blepharospasm onset), putative risk, or protective factors for blepharospasm (family history of dystonia or tremor, previous head or face trauma with loss of consciousness, ocular diseases, and cigarette smoking), age related diseases (diabetes, hypertension), edentulousness, and neck or trunk trauma preceding the onset of blepharospasm could distinguish patients with blepharospasm who had spread of dystonia from those who did not. METHODS: 159 outpatients presenting initially with blepharospasm were selected in 16 Italian Institutions. There were 104 patients with focal blepharospasm (mean duration of disease 5.3 (SD 1.9) years) and 55 patients in whom segmental or multifocal dystonia developed (mainly in the cranial cervical area) 1.5 (1.2) years after the onset of blepharospasm. Information was obtained from a standardised questionnaire administered by medical interviewers. A Cox regression model was used to examine the relation between the investigated variables and spread. RESULTS: Previous head or face trauma with loss of consciousness, age at the onset of blepharospasm, and female sex were independently associated with an increased risk of spread. A significant association was not found between spread of dystonia and previous ocular diseases, hypertension, diabetes, neck or trunk trauma, edentulousness, cigarette smoking, and family history of dystonia or tremor. An unsatisfactory study power negatively influenced the validity and accuracy of the negative findings relative to diabetes, neck or trunk trauma, and cigarette smoking. CONCLUSIONS: The results of this exploratory study confirm that patients presenting initially with blepharospasm are most likely to experience some spread of dystonia within a few years of the onset of blepharospasm and suggest that head or face trauma with loss of consciousness preceding the onset, age at onset, and female sex may be relevant to spread. The suggested association between edentulousness and cranial cervical dystonia may be apparent because of the confounding effect of both age at onset and head or face trauma with loss of consciousness. The lack of influence of family history of dystonia on spread is consistent with previous findings indicating that the inheritance pattern is the same for focal and segmental blepharospasm. (+info)The effect of apomorphine on blink kinematics in subhuman primates with and without facial nerve palsy. (4/78)
PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to document the effect of acutely delivered apomorphine, a dopamine receptor agonist with both D1 and D2 properties, on blink rate and the amplitude-velocity characteristics of eyelid kinematics in a group of nonhuman primates. METHODS: Three cynomolgus and two rhesus macaques underwent baseline recordings for eyelid kinematics, using the Robinson search coil technique. Next, each animal received a 0.15-mg/kg subcutaneous injection of apomorphine. Recordings were taken at 45 and 90 minutes, respectively, after injection. Blink rates per minute were obtained, and main sequence relationships were calculated for every animal. The data were pooled for each eyelid, excluding one monkey who was affected by facial nerve palsy and was analyzed separately. RESULTS: Monkeys with normal facial musculature and normal baseline blink rates showed consistently longer, faster blinks after apomorphine. The main sequence relationship, although tending to be lower, was not statistically different from baseline. One monkey, with prior facial nerve palsy and a very steep amplitude versus peak velocity relationship, showed normalization of the main sequence slope after apomorphine at both 45 and 90 minutes after injection. CONCLUSIONS: Apomorphine consistently lowers blink rate and changed blink metrics in normal monkeys and, more dramatically, in a monkey with facial nerve palsy. These findings add credence to models in which dopamine deficiency plays a role in the modulation of blink kinematics. (+info)Botulinum toxin A treatment in patients suffering from blepharospasm and dry eye. (5/78)
BACKGROUND: Many patients with essential blepharospasm also show dry eye signs and symptoms. Botulinum toxin A is an effective treatment for reducing spasms in these patients. In this investigation, the effect of botulinum toxin A injections on tear function and on the morphology of the ocular surface in patients suffering from blepharospasm in combination with a dry eye syndrome was investigated. METHODS: Botulinum toxin A injections were applied to 16 patients with blepharospasm. All patients complained of dry eye symptoms and had reduced tear break up time values. A subjective questionnaire and ocular examinations including tear break up time, Schirmer test without local anaesthesia, and rose bengal staining were evaluated before, 1 week, 1 month, and 3 months after injection. Impression cytology was performed before, 1 month, and 3 months after botulinum toxin A treatment. RESULTS: Although all patients were relieved of blepharospasm after botulinum toxin injections, only three noticed an improvement in dry eye symptoms. Eight patients noticed no difference and five complained of worsening. Tear break up time was found to be increased 1 week and 1 month after injections. Schirmer test measurements were reduced up to 3 months. Rose bengal staining slightly increased 1 week after injections. Impression cytology showed no definite change in conjunctival cell morphology 1 month and 3 months after botulinum toxin A injections. CONCLUSION: In the patients presented here suffering from blepharospasm and dry eye, botulinum toxin A injections were effective in relieving blepharospasm but were not successful in treating dry eye syndrome. (+info)Botulinum toxin therapy: distant effects on neuromuscular transmission and autonomic nervous system. (6/78)
To evaluate distant effects of botulinum toxin, single fibre electromyography on the extensor digitorum communis muscle and six tests of cardiovascular reflexes were performed in five patients injected with BoTox (Oculinum(R) 20-130 units) for craniocervical dystonia and hemifacial spasm. Patients underwent two sessions of treatment and the second time the dosage was doubled. Botulinum toxin injection induced an increase of mean jitter value above normal limits in all cases. An increase of fibre density was recorded six weeks after the treatment. Cardiovascular reflexes showed mild abnormalities in four patients. The data confirm distant effects of botulinum toxin on neuromuscular transmission and on autonomic function. (+info)Treatment of blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm and strabismus with botulinum a toxin. (7/78)
Thirty patients with blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm, strabismus and entropion were treated with botulinum A toxin giving satisfactory results. Rapid spasm relief, correction of strabismus and entropion were obtained. Only mild, transient and local side-effects occurred. The patients were followed up for 4-12 weeks with no recurrence. The clinical results show that local injection of a minute dose of botulinum A toxin in treating blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm, strabismus and entropion is a safe, effective and simple method of nonsurgical therapy. (+info)Coexistent blepharospasm and hemifacial spasm: overlapping pathophysiologic mechanism? (8/78)
BACKGROUND/AIM: Blepharospasm (BEB) and hemifacial spasm (HFS) appear to be distinct disorders. Clinical characteristics of coexistent BEB and HFS have not been examined. The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence, clinical, and imaging features of coexistent BEB among a cohort of HFS patients and controls. RESULTS: Among 665 study subjects, nine (5.5%) of the 164 consecutive HFS patients had coexistent BEB, significantly higher than age and gender matched controls (0/501, 0%) without neurological diseases (p<0.0001). The mean age of the nine patients was 61.4 (SD 9.9) (range 51-72), consisting of 88.9% women, and 66.7% had left sided HFS, similar to HFS patients without BEB. Six (66.7%) reported BEB symptoms at a mean of 0.8 years after HFS onset, one before, and onset was undetermined in two patients. Advanced magnetic resonance imaging and angiography revealed neurovascular compression of the ipsilateral side of HFS, without any basal ganglia lesions. CONCLUSIONS: BEB occurred more frequently in HFS patients, suggesting changes in the brainstem blink reflex circuitry could play a modulatory role in certain at-risk individuals resulting in the coexistence of these movement disorders. (+info)
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Aim To explore the hypothesis that the afferent arm of the blink reflex is abnormal in blepharospasm by assessing a range of ... Conclusions Blepharospasm is associated with reduced corneal aesthesiometry and a tendency towards a reduced number of nerves ... Background The aetiology of blepharospasm remains unclear. There is evidence that the afferent pathway is important, but this ... Methods In this prospective case-control study, 21 patients with blepharospasm and 21 age-matched and gender-matched controls ...
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- The benign essential blepharospasm (BEB) is a focal dystonia-a neurological movement disorder involving involuntary and sustained contractions of the muscles around the eyes. (wikipedia.org)
- In more than half of all people with benign essential blepharospasm, the symptoms of dystonia spread beyond the eyes to affect other facial muscles and muscles in other areas of the body. (medlineplus.gov)
- When people with benign essential blepharospasm also experience involuntary muscle spasms affecting the tongue and jaw (oromandibular dystonia), the combination of signs and symptoms is known as Meige syndrome. (medlineplus.gov)
- Researchers suspect that benign essential blepharospasm and similar forms of dystonia are associated with malfunction of the basal ganglia, which are structures deep within the brain that help start and control movement. (medlineplus.gov)
- Most cases of benign essential blepharospasm are sporadic, which means that the condition occurs in people with no history of this disorder or other forms of dystonia in their family. (medlineplus.gov)
- Blepharospasm is a focal cranial dystonia characterized by increased blinking and involuntary eyelid closure. (medscape.com)
- Fahn S. Blepharospasm: A focal dystonia. (medscape.com)
- Jankovic J. Etiology and differential diagnosis of blepharospasm and oromandibular dystonia. (medscape.com)
- Clinical features, differential diagnosis, and pathogenesis of blepharospasm and cranial-cervical dystonia. (medscape.com)
- This study will examine the role of certain areas of the brain in blepharospasm , a type of dystonia (abnormality of movement and muscle tone) that causes unwanted or uncontrollable blinking or closing of the eyelids. (clinicaltrials.gov)
- The study will compare brain activity in healthy volunteers and in people with blepharospasm to find differences in the brain that may lead to better treatments for dystonia. (clinicaltrials.gov)
- 20 patients with blepharospasm, 20 patients with focal hand dystonia, 20 patients with DYT-1 Primary generalized dystonia and 60 healthy volunteers age and sex matched. (clinicaltrials.gov)
- Although dystonia is clearly different from Parkinson's disease, carbidopa/levodopa and other dopamine agonist drugs are sometimes administered to patients with focal dystonia, including blepharospasm. (blepharospasm.org)
- Blepharospasm is a focal dystonia. (blepharospasm.org)
- In blepharospasm, the dystonia affects the eyelid closing muscles. (blepharospasm.org)
- Therefore, unless the focal dystonia in the patient with blepharospasm has spread to involve the rest of the face, it ordinarily would not be difficult on clinical grounds to separate patients with blepharospasm and tardive dyskinesia. (blepharospasm.org)
- The etiologies of blepharospasm (or dystonia) and tardive dyskinesia are unknown. (blepharospasm.org)
- 1983 ) Blepharospasm and orofacial-cervical dystonia. (bmj.com)
- 1982 ) Decongestant-induced blepharospasm and orofacial dystonia. (bmj.com)
- Blepharospasm is a form of facial dystonia. (esht.nhs.uk)
- Background: We report the interim results from XCiDaBLE: A large prospective, observational 'naturalistic' study evaluating Xeomin® (incobotulinumtoxinA) for cervical dystonia or blepharospasm in the United States. (columbia.edu)
- Benign essential blepharospasm is different from the temporary twitching of eyelids as it is more of a neurological disorder or dystonia . (epainassist.com)
- Benign essential blepharospasm is a type of dystonia that causes involuntary spasms and contractions of muscles of eyelids. (epainassist.com)
- Benign essential blepharospasm may also occur as a secondary disease to diseases like corneal abrasion , oral-facial-digital syndrome type 3, CS gas exposure, Salzmann's nodular degeneration of cornea , chloroacetophenone, Meige blepharospasm-oromandibular dystonia syndrome, recurrent corneal erosion, congenital glaucoma and idiopathic orofacial dystonia. (epainassist.com)
- In 1907, Meige described a similar patient with dystonia which is now termed Meige syndrome (combination of blepharospasm and involuntary jaw and mouth spasms). (hontos.gr)
- Several studies have examined a possible relationship between common variations (polymorphisms) in the TOR1A gene and several forms of adult-onset dystonia, including benign essential blepharospasm. (medlineplus.gov)
- Read inspiring stories of people with dystonia and blepharospasm who have improved the quality of their life and found hope! (myblepharospasmsolution.com)
- Botox has been recognized by the American Academy of Neurology, the American Academy of Ophthalmology, and the National Institutes of Health as a safe treatment for blepharospasm from dystonia. (eyelitz.com)
- Blepharospasm is a focal dystonia characterized by increased blinking and involuntary closing of the eyes. (dystoniacanada.org)
- Blepharospasm may be referred to as a "cranial dystonia. (dystoniacanada.org)
- Terms used to describe blepharospasm include: eye dystonia, cranial dystonia, adult onset focal dystonia. (dystoniacanada.org)
- When blepharospasm occurs with dystonia in the face, the term Meige's syndrome may be used. (dystoniacanada.org)
- Blepharospasm can occur with dystonia affecting the mouth and/or jaw (oromandibular dystonia). (dystoniacanada.org)
- When blepharospasm and oromandibular dystonia occur together, the condition may be referred to as Meige's syndrome. (dystoniacanada.org)
- Some people with blepharospasm have family members with dystonia affecting different body areas. (dystoniacanada.org)
- BOTOX ® is indicated for the treatment of strabismus and blepharospasm associated with dystonia, including benign essential blepharospasm or VII nerve disorders in patients 12 years of age and above. (botoxmedical.com)
- It usually relates to harmless essential blepharospasm (BEB), a focal dystonia - a neurological motion condition involving sustained and involuntary contractions of the muscles around the eyes. (debrajshome.com)
- However, safety and effectiveness have not been established in children younger than 2 years of age for upper limb spasticity and lower limb spasticity (except spasms caused by cerebral palsy), in children younger than 12 years of age for blepharospasm or strabismus, in children younger than 16 years of age for cervical dystonia, or in children younger than 18 years of age for chronic migraine, hyperhidrosis, or overactive bladder. (mayoclinic.org)
- Use: Treatment of blepharospasm associated with dystonia, including benign essential blepharospasm or VII nerve disorders. (drugs.com)
- Benign essential blepharospasm (BEB) is a focal dystonia that causes involuntary occlusion of the eyelids as result of bilateral contraction of orbicularis oculi muscle. (bezmialem.edu.tr)
- Abstract: Funds are available for support of research directly related to blepharospasm or Meige's Syndrome, both forms of cranial dystonia. (blogspot.com)
- Diffusion tensor imaging in blepharospasm and blepharospasm-oromandibular dystonia. (foundationdystoniaresearch.org)
- Blepharospasm (BSP) is a sub-phenotype of focal dystonia. (cdc.gov)
- Treatment of blepharospasm or strabismus associated with dystonia in adults (patients 12 years of age and above). (cdc.gov)
- Blepharospasm is a focal dystonia that consists of repetitive involuntary spasmodic contractions of the orbicularis oculi muscle . (bvsalud.org)
- It is actually a combination of two forms of dystonia, blepharospasm and oromandibular dystonia (OMD). (wikipedia.org)
- Blepharospasm may lead to embarrassment in social situations, and oromandibular dystonia can affect speech, making it difficult to carry on the simplest conversations. (wikipedia.org)
- It is often associated with dystonia of the cervical muscles (Spasmodic Torticollis), eyelids (Blepharospasm), or larynx (Spasmodic Dysphonia). (wikipedia.org)
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- A recent Cochrane systematic review showed that a single treatment session (where both eyelids were injected with BtA multiple times) alleviated the symptoms of blepharospasm, disability, and number of involuntary movements. (wikipedia.org)
- Benign essential blepharospasm (BEB) is a progressive neurological disorder characterized by involuntary muscle contractions and spasms of the eyelid muscles. (nih.gov)
- Blepharospasm is an episodic, involuntary spasm or contraction of the orbicularis oculi muscle (the circular muscle around the eye), which produces uncontrolled blinking and squeezing of the eyelids. (uclahealth.org)
- Blepharospasm in one eye is involuntary spasms or contractions of the eyelid muscles of one eye. (rightdiagnosis.com)
- Blepharospasm is a condition of involuntary spasm of the orbicularis oculi muscle which leads to intermittent or complete closure of the eyelids. (nepjol.info)
- Blepharospasm is an abnormal, involuntary blinking or spasm of the eyelids and is usually a life-long condition. (hontos.gr)
- a woman with apparent blepharospasm and involuntary jaw opening). (hontos.gr)
- Blepharospasm is involuntary blinking or twitching of your eyelid. (familydoctor.org)
- Essential blepharospasm is an idiopathic disorder characterized by involuntary spasm of the eyelids and sometimes other facial muscles. (ohsu.edu)
- Blepharospasm is an involuntary twitching or contraction of the eyelids. (theeyepractice.com.au)
- Blepharospasm is characterised by abnormal, involuntary blinking or spasm of the eyelids. (theeyepractice.com.au)
- Involuntary eyelid and facial movements can be a sign of blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm, myokymia and synkinesis, as well as side-effects of certain drugs. (londonoculoplastics.co.uk)
- In rare cases, the blepharospasm may also be associated with involuntary facial movements including the lower face, mouth and neck. (londonoculoplastics.co.uk)
- Essential blepharospasm is a debilitating disorder of progressive involuntary spasms of the eyelid muscles. (plastic-surgery-miami.com)
- Benign essential blepharospasm (eyelid spasm) is a rare condition that causes increased blinking, involuntary spasms of the muscles surrounding the eyes, and an intermittent inability to open the eyes. (hudsonfaceandeye.com)
- Blepharospasm is a chronic progressive disorder, defined as involuntary, sporadic or permanent eyelid closure resulting in significant visual disability. (msac.gov.au)
Benign Essential Blepharospasm Research4
- Benign Essential Blepharospasm Research Foundation, Inc. (rarediseases.org)
- Home / For Patients and Families / Find a Patient Organization / Benign Essential Blepharospasm Research Foundation, Inc. (rarediseases.org)
- The Benign Essential Blepharospasm Research Foundation (BEBRF) is a 501 (c)(3) national, voluntary health organization that was formed to promote research into the cause, treatment, and potential cure of benign essential blepharospasm (BEB) and other disorders of the facial musculature. (rarediseases.org)
- Sponsor: Benign Essential Blepharospasm Research Foundation, Inc. (blogspot.com)
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- Little progress was made in the diagnosis or treatment of blepharospasm until the early 20th century, when Henry Meige (pronounced "mehzh"), a French neurologist, described a patient with eyelid and midface spasms, spasm facial median, a disorder now known as Meige syndrome. (medscape.com)
- Hall TA, McGwin G, Searcey K. Benign essential blepharospasm: risk factors with reference to hemifacial spasm. (medscape.com)
- Munhoz RP, Teive HA, Della Coletta MV. Frequency of obsessive and compulsive symptoms in patients with blepharospasm and hemifacial spasm. (medscape.com)
- Botulinum toxin is therefore used to treat conditions such as blepharospasm or hemifacial spasm in which small groups of muscles go into spasm. (newcastle-hospitals.org.uk)
- More than three quarters of patients with blepharospasm or hemifacial spasm will benefit from Botulinum Toxin injections. (newcastle-hospitals.org.uk)
- Objective:We present a series of six patients with benign essential blepharospasm and hemifacial spasm treated with the anticonvulsant, lacosamide. (omicsonline.org)
- Background: Benign essential blepharospasm (BEB) is a syndrome characterized by excessive or continuous bilateral eyelid closure due to spasm of the orbicularis oculi and adjacent muscles. (omicsonline.org)
- Benign essential blepharospasm (BEB), Hemifacial spasm (HFS), Meige syndrome (MS), Botulinum toxin type A (BTX). (nepjol.info)
- It was a hospital based, prospective, interventional study conducted on patients diagnosed as Benign essential blepharospasm (BEB), Meige syndrome (MS) and Hemifacial spasm (HFS) by oculoplastic surgeon at Oculoplasty department OPD, Tilganga Institute of Ophthalmology, from December 2018 to November 2019. (nepjol.info)
- A total of 43 cases which included 32 cases of Benign essential Blepharospasm, 9 Hemifacial spasm and 2 Meige syndrome. (nepjol.info)
- This study concludes that Botulinum toxin type A is effective in the management of Benign essential blepharospasm, Hemifacial spasm and Meige syndrome. (nepjol.info)
- Two hundred thirty-two patients in three diagnostic groups--essential blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm, and Meige's syndrome--were treated with botulinum A toxin. (semanticscholar.org)
- Blepharospasm is an abnormal tic, spasm, or twitch of the eyelid. (blogspot.gr)
- Blepharospasm is a neurological condition where the eyelid muscles contract and spasm involuntarily. (precisionhealth.com.au)
- Blepharospasm (derived from Greek: blepharo, eyelid, and spasm, an out of control muscle mass contraction), is any irregular contraction or twitch of the eyelid. (debrajshome.com)
- OnabotulinumtoxinA is used to treat certain eye conditions, such as blepharospasm (a condition where the eyelid will not stay open because of a muscle spasm) or strabismus (a condition where the eyes do not line up properly). (mayoclinic.org)
- Benign Essential Blepharospasm (BEB) is a condition in which the eyelids spasm or blink abnormally. (lyfboat.com)
- Dry eyes, in particular, may be the cause of eyelid spasm or can aggravate coexisting essential blepharospasm. (calvv.com)
- IMSEAR at SEARO: Botulinum toxin treatment of hemifacial spasm and blepharospasm: objective response evaluation. (who.int)
- Twenty seven patients with hemifacial spasm (HFS) and sixteen patients with blepharospasm (BS) having mean Jankovic disability rating scale score of 2.56+0.58 SD and 2.81+0.54 SD, respectively, were treated with botulinum toxin A (BTX-A) injections. (who.int)
- Botulinum Toxin Injections ( Botox, Dysport, Neuronox as brand names) have been used to induce localized, partial paralysis of the eyelid closing muscle (orbicularis oculi), in both blepharospasm & hemifacial spasm . (oculoplastic-eyelid-orbit-surgery.com)
- Benign essential blepharospasm & the eyelid component of hemifacial spasm is treated with five injections, each consisting of 5 unit doses of Botox, injected subcutaneously at the medial and lateral aspect of each eyelid and at the lateral canthus. (oculoplastic-eyelid-orbit-surgery.com)
- The price of botox injections depends on the number of units of Botox injected , which in turn depends on the intensity of the blepharospasm / hemifacial spasm (severity of disease). (oculoplastic-eyelid-orbit-surgery.com)
- Hemifacial spasm and blepharospasm are uncommon, chronic and disabling medical conditions. (umiamihealth.org)
- If you have hemifacial spasm or blepharospasm, you may be a candidate to receive Botox (botulinum toxin) injections to help manage your condition. (umiamihealth.org)
- Botulinum toxin injections can be helpful for the blepharospasm and for masseter spasm. (wikipedia.org)
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- Blepharospasm is characterized by frequent blinking or sustained closure of the eyelids. (blepharospasm.org)
- When eyelid closing muscles are affected, there can be blinking or sustained closure of the eyelids, which could have the appearance of blepharospasm. (blepharospasm.org)
- Because both blepharospasm and tardive dyskinesia can cause blinking or sustained closure of the eyelids, their appearance can be similar. (blepharospasm.org)
- We report a case of acute angle-closure glaucoma which occurred shortly after a series of injections of botulinum toxin round the eyelids for blepharospasm. (bmj.com)
- Blepharospasm is defined as the spasmodic winking of the eyelids due to contraction of the muscle encircling the orbit. (spokaneeye.com)
- Benign Essential Blepharospasm is a disorder associated with atypical spasms or blinking of the eyelids. (epainassist.com)
- Before the development of sustained closure of the eyelids, about one third of blepharospasm patients report increased frequency of blinking, commonly associated with a feeling of irritation in the eyes and light sensitivity (photophobia). (hontos.gr)
- In the United States and Canada, the injection of Oculinum (botulinum toxin, or Botox) into the muscles of the eyelids is an approved treatment for blepharospasm. (pvfla.org)
- As blepharospasm progresses, these spasms may get stonger, and the eyelids remain closed for long periods of time. (precisionhealth.com.au)
- Blepharospasm is an excessive contraction of the eyelid muscles, which cause the eyelids to close. (londonoculoplastics.co.uk)
- Those with a blepharospasm may experience rapid, frequent blinking or twitching, or difficulty opening their eyelids (eyelid apraxia). (londonoculoplastics.co.uk)
- Blepharospasm is a disorder of the nervous system characterized by forcible closing of the eyelids. (debrajshome.com)
- Essential blepharospasm typically begins when the patient notices an increase in blinking or squinting with a progression towards repetitive forceful closure and difficulty in opening the eyelids. (plastic-surgery-miami.com)
- The onset of essential blepharospasm usually is heralded by an increase in blinking or squinting with progression toward repetitive forceful closure and difficulty opening the eyelids. (calvv.com)
- Blepharospasm is an ocular condition wherein there is abnormal contraction or twitching of the eyelids . (oculoplastic-eyelid-orbit-surgery.com)
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- Some patients with blepharospasm will have other focal dystonias involving nearby or distant muscles. (blepharospasm.org)
Primary blepharospasm7
- Defazio G, Livrea P. Epidemiology of primary blepharospasm. (medlineplus.gov)
- Defazio G, Livrea P. Primary blepharospasm: diagnosis and management. (medlineplus.gov)
- Etgen T, Muhlau M, Gaser C. Bilateral putaminal grey-matter increase in primary blepharospasm. (medscape.com)
- Assessing the role of DRD5 and DYT1 in two different case-control series with primary blepharospasm. (medlineplus.gov)
- Environmental risk factors and clinical phenotype in familial and sporadic primary blepharospasm. (uniba.it)
- METHODS: First-degree relatives of 122 patients with primary blepharospasm were examined with a validated 2-step diagnostic procedure, including a screening questionnaire and examination of some relatives. (uniba.it)
- CONCLUSIONS: The new information from this large family-based study on primary blepharospasm strongly supports eye diseases and coffee as risk factors for blepharospasm. (uniba.it)
Cervical2
- s past history included occasional blepharospasms , as well as cervical, abdominal, upper, and lower extremity muscle spasms. (thefreedictionary.com)
- Massetric hypertrophy7, excessive muscular contraction8, strabismus9, cervical dystonia10 , blepharospasm and hemifacial spasm11 have been successflully managed with botulinum toxin. (thefreedictionary.com)
Development of blepharospasm5
- Prolonged use of benzodiazepines can induce blepharospasm and is a known risk factor for the development of blepharospasm. (wikipedia.org)
- Many patients have a history of irritation of the eye that precedes the development of blepharospasm. (blepharospasm.org)
- 5 Whatever the mechanisms involved, the early development of blepharospasm in a young adult on a low dose of flunarizine would suggest that individual susceptibility played a part in its emergence. (bmj.com)
- In addition to blepharospasm being a benzodiazepine withdrawal symptom, prolonged use of benzodiazepines can induce blepharospasm and is a known risk factor for the development of blepharospasm. (hontos.gr)
- In rare cases, heredity may play a role in the development of blepharospasm. (pvfla.org)
Abnormal7
- Blepharospasm is any abnormal contraction of the orbicularis oculi muscle. (wikipedia.org)
- Blepharospasm may also come from abnormal functioning of the brain's basal ganglia. (wikipedia.org)
- Treats excessive, abnormal contractions associated with blepharospasm. (medscape.com)
- Aim To explore the hypothesis that the afferent arm of the blink reflex is abnormal in blepharospasm by assessing a range of measures of corneal sensory function. (bmj.com)
- Blepharospasm is associated with an abnormal function of the basal ganglion from an unknown cause. (pvfla.org)
- It also reduces the discomfort and abnormal sensation associated with blepharospasm. (londonoculoplastics.co.uk)
- The term blepharospasm ['blef-a-ro-spaz-m] can be applied to any abnormal blinking or eyelid tic or twitch resulting from any cause, ranging from dry eyes to Tourette's syndrome to tardive dyskinesia. (wikipedia.org)
Meige3
- The mission of the BEBRF is to fund and promote medical research in the search for the cause and cure of blepharospasm, Meige, and other related disorders of the facial musculature, to provide support, education and referrals to persons with these disorders, and to disseminate information and serve as an authoritative resource to the medical community and the general public. (setxnonprofit.org)
- Research proposals must relate specifically to benign essential blepharospasm and Meige to include new treatments, pathophysiology and genetics, photophobia, and dry eye. (blogspot.com)
- When OMD is combined with blepharospasm, it may be referred to as Meige's Syndrome named after Henri Meige, the French neurologist who first described the symptoms in detail in 1910. (wikipedia.org)
Xeomin1
- Blepharospasm Australia Inc. gratefully acknowledges the support of Merz Australia Pty Ltd, makers of Xeomin and Allergan Australia Pty Ltd, makers of Botox. (beb.org.au)
Strabismus2
- In the early 1980's, Scott described botulinum-A toxin treatment for strabismus and soon after began using it in blepharospasm. (hontos.gr)
- Initially approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 1989 for the treatment of strabismus and blepharospasm, the neurotoxin's utility in the realm of ophthalmology and oculofacial plastic surgery has expanded to include both functional and cosmetic indications. (medscape.com)
Cause blepharospasm2
- Multiple sclerosis can cause blepharospasm. (wikipedia.org)
- Drugs used to treat Parkinson's disease have also been known to cause blepharospasm. (blogspot.gr)
Neurological3
- Diagnosis of blepharospasm is based on information from the affected individual and the physical and neurological examination. (dystoniacanada.org)
- Many surely, also though this might be a neurological issue, the Botox Injections for eyelid blepharospasm are an oculoplastics expert's task and maybe not a neurologists! (debrajshome.com)
- Cranial magnetic resonance imaging was normal and blepharospasm was diagnosed based on the clinical and neurological evaluation. (bezmialem.edu.tr)
Basal ganglia6
- Blepharospasms can be caused by concussions in some rare cases, when a blow to the back of the head damages the basal ganglia. (wikipedia.org)
- The neurons present in the basal ganglia may deviate from the regular biochemical pathway and induce benign essential blepharospasm. (epainassist.com)
- The pathophysiology behind benign essential blepharospasm is believed to be the improper functioning of the mid brain, brain stem and basal ganglia, rather than just the basal ganglia. (epainassist.com)
- Blepharospasm is thought to be caused by a dysfunction within the basal ganglia (part of the brain responsible for controlling movement). (londonoculoplastics.co.uk)
- Blepharospasm may additionally come from unusual functioning of the mind basal ganglia. (debrajshome.com)
- Blepharospasms can be triggered by concussions in some unusual instances, whenever a blow to the back of the mind harms the basal ganglia. (debrajshome.com)
People with benign essential ble1
- Some research has suggested that the polymorphism, a short repeated segment of DNA known as allele 2, occurs more often in people with benign essential blepharospasm than in people without the disorder. (nih.gov)
Common causes of Blepharospasm1
- Corneal ulcers (or scratches) are one of the most common causes of blepharospasm in dogs. (sitstay.com)
Tardive dyskinesia2
- Lastly, both blepharospasm and tardive dyskinesia are difficult to treat. (blepharospasm.org)
- If patients with tardive dyskinesia have prolonged eyelid closure that makes it difficult for them to see, then it might well be appropriate to treat them with botulinum toxin, just as it is in patients who have blepharospasm. (blepharospasm.org)
Symptom6
- Blepharospasm can also be a symptom of acute withdrawal from benzodiazepines. (wikipedia.org)
- See detailed information below for a list of 7 causes of Blepharospasm in one eye , Symptom Checker , including diseases and drug side effect causes. (rightdiagnosis.com)
- The following list of conditions have ' Blepharospasm in one eye ' or similar listed as a symptom in our database. (rightdiagnosis.com)
- Blepharospasm can also be a symptom of acute withdrawal from benzodiazepine dependence. (hontos.gr)
- Blepharospasm can additionally be a symptom of severe withdrawal from resting pills. (debrajshome.com)
- jaw pain difficulties eating and drinking difficulties speaking (dysarthria) Blepharospasm symptoms the first symptom to appear is an increased rate of blinking uncontrollable squinting/closing of eyes light sensitivity (photophobia) squinting/eyes closing during speech uncontrollable eyes closing shut (rare instances completely causing blindness) In addition, in some patients, the dystonic spasms may sometimes be provoked by certain activities, such as talking, chewing, or biting. (wikipedia.org)
Facial3
- To see the difference between facial tic and blepharospasm, click here . (dystoniacanada.org)
- Differences Between Facial Skin Temperature of the Paralyzed Side and Those of the Normal side in Essential Blepharospasm patients. (koreascience.or.kr)
- The aim of this study is to provide evidence of differences between facial skin temperaure of the paralyzed side and normal side in Essential Blepharospasm patients. (koreascience.or.kr)
Treatment25
- In most cases, blepharospasm symptoms last for a few days and then disappear without treatment, but in some cases the twitching is chronic and persistent, causing life-long challenges. (wikipedia.org)
- Botulinum toxin is the most effective treatment for persistent blepharospasm. (hopkinsmedicine.org)
- Botulinum toxin A is a safe, long-term treatment for patients with benign essential blepharospasm, but sustained treatment efficacy may require higher doses in later stages of the disease. (medscape.com)
- Oral medications have not been adequately evaluated in clinical trials for safety and efficacy in blepharospasm, and are not frequently used as a primary treatment. (blepharospasm.org)
- After two months of treatment she developed a progressive blepharospasm which eventually prevented her from reading or watching television. (bmj.com)
- Botulinum toxin is the currently recommended first line treatment for such blepharospasm. (nepjol.info)
- This along with a good safety profile justifies its role as a first line treatment therapy in blepharospasm. (nepjol.info)
- To assess the impact of upper eyelid myectomy surgery on blepharospasm with associated apraxia of lid opening (ALO), dry eye, photophobia, and daily functioning in patients who are refractory to botulinum toxin treatment. (centerforfacialappearances.com)
- Long-term results and complications of botulinum A toxin in the treatment of blepharospasm. (semanticscholar.org)
- Many patients with blepharospasm also develop eyelid malposition and come to Casey for treatment. (ohsu.edu)
- You are helping blepharospasm sufferers to get diagnosed, to receive treatment and to live normal lives. (beb.org.au)
- The Medical Treatment page has another menu that lists the doctors who treat Blepharospasm in each State - this list is not exhaustive and we welcome additions to the list. (beb.org.au)
- There are several treatment options available to reduce the severity of blepharospasm including oral medications and botulinum toxin (BOTOX). (theeyepractice.com.au)
- To date, there is no successful cure for blepharospasm, although several treatment options can reduce its severity. (pvfla.org)
- Botox is an effective and safe ongoing treatment for the relief of symptoms related to blepharospasm. (eyelitz.com)
- To see the information about the treatment - Myectomy Surgery of Blepharospasm, please click here . (dystoniacanada.org)
- The Benign Essential Blepharospasm Canadian Research Foundation (BEBCRF) has amassed a large body of information on the symptoms and treatment of Benign Essential Blepharospasm from expert medical professionals. (dystoniacanada.org)
- Botox injections are the initial treatment for blepharospasm, and this treatment is covered by insurance, since it is a functional issue. (doctorparpados.com)
- He directed the Blepharospasm and Toxin Service at Moorfields Eye Hospital for 15 years, establishing the nurse-led toxin treatment. (londonoculoplastics.co.uk)
- An effective treatment for people with a moderate to severe blepharospasm is Botox therapy. (londonoculoplastics.co.uk)
- Treatment of Benign Essential Blepharospasm and other types of dystonias causing forced eyelid closing features usually been extremely hard. (debrajshome.com)
- Botox/ Botulinum Toxin Injections, administered by an Oculoplastic physician, are now the chosen treatment for Blepharospasm/other reasons of eyelid closing. (debrajshome.com)
- Some medications can induce blepharospasm, because well as sensitiveness to hormones remedies, including estrogen-replacement treatment for females going through menopause. (debrajshome.com)
- Canadian ophthalmologist Jean Carruthers used botulinum toxin to correct blepharospasm (twitching of the eye muscles) and realised that the temporarily paralysing effect of the toxin may be the key to her husband Alastair's quest for developing a treatment against frown lines. (thefreedictionary.com)
- Botulinum A toxin injections as a treatment for blepharospasm. (koreascience.or.kr)
Clinical6
- At one end of the clinical spectrum, essential blepharospasm is manifested by simple increased blink rate and intermittent eyelid spasms, while at the other end of the spectrum, blepharospasm is a disabling condition with ocular pain and functional blindness. (medscape.com)
- GlobalData's clinical trial report, "Blepharospasm Global Clinical Trials Review, H2, 2018' provides an overview of Blepharospasm clinical trials scenario. (globaldata.com)
- This report provides top line data relating to the clinical trials on Blepharospasm. (globaldata.com)
- Defazio G, Hallett M, Jinnah HA, Berardelli A (2013) Development and validation of a clinical guideline for diagnosing blepharospasm. (springer.com)
- Frequently, the cause of the blepharospasm can be established through a thorough clinical examination and medical history. (londonoculoplastics.co.uk)
- Typical clinical manifestations of PCG include photophobia, epiphora, blepharospasm , and a hazy enlarged cornea. (thefreedictionary.com)
Disorder4
- The causes of benign essential blepharospasm are unknown, although the disorder likely results from a combination of genetic and environmental factors. (medlineplus.gov)
- Blepharospasm is now recognized as a neuropathologic disorder, rather than psychopathologic, as was once believed. (medscape.com)
- I started my supplements 4 weeks ago and I truly believe in this therapy for my blepharospasm and movement disorder. (myblepharospasmsolution.com)
- Blepharospasm is a movement disorder produced by various well documented causes. (thefreedictionary.com)
Ptosis3
- Morrison DA, Mellington FB, Hamada S. Schwartz-Jampel syndrome: surgical management of the myotonia-induced blepharospasm and acquired ptosis after failure with botulinum toxin A injections. (medscape.com)
- The most common eyelid problems referred to the Casey Oculofacial Plastic surgery group are eyelid malpositions such as ptosis, dermatochalasis (excess eyelid skin), ectropion, entropion, skin cancer, trauma, and blepharospasm. (ohsu.edu)
- Botox, of program, requires to be administered extremely very carefully and exactly, since the distinction of a couple of millimetres in the Botox injection websites for blepharospasm, can result in Ptosis (where the eyelid will droop / not open at all). (debrajshome.com)
Essential52
- It is of two types: essential and reflex blepharospasm. (wikipedia.org)
- Benign essential blepharospasm is different from the common, temporary eyelid twitching that can be caused by fatigue, stress, or caffeine. (medlineplus.gov)
- The signs and symptoms of benign essential blepharospasm usually appear in mid- to late adulthood and gradually worsen. (medlineplus.gov)
- Benign essential blepharospasm affects an estimated 20,000 to 50,000 people in the United States. (medlineplus.gov)
- Although genetic factors are almost certainly involved in benign essential blepharospasm, no genes have been clearly associated with the condition. (medlineplus.gov)
- Several studies have looked at the relationship between common variations (polymorphisms) in the DRD5 and TOR1A genes and the risk of developing benign essential blepharospasm. (medlineplus.gov)
- Less commonly, benign essential blepharospasm has been found to run in families. (medlineplus.gov)
- A novel mechanism for benign essential blepharospasm. (medscape.com)
- Decreased dopamine D(2) receptor binding in essential blepharospasm. (medscape.com)
- Changes in corneal aesthesiometry and the sub-basal nerve plexus in benign essential blepharospasm. (medscape.com)
- Hall TA, McGwin G, Searcey K. Health-related quality of life and psychosocial characteristics of patients with benign essential blepharospasm. (medscape.com)
- Neither Grey nor Rose tint works as well for Benign Essential Blepharospasm as an FL-41 Rose Tint. (axonoptics.com)
- It's got a long title:FL-41 Tint Improves Blink Frequency, Light Sensitivity, and Functional Limitations in Patients with Benign Essential Blepharospasm. (axonoptics.com)
- What is Benign Essential Blepharospasm & How is it Treated? (epainassist.com)
- When tonic blinking increases in frequency it leads to several disorders, among which one is benign essential blepharospasm. (epainassist.com)
- Benign essential blepharospasm incidence rate can go up to 2000 each year with a prevalence of around 5 in 100,000 individuals. (epainassist.com)
- The outlook for individuals ailing from benign essential blepharospasm is not great, owing to the progressive nature of the condition. (epainassist.com)
- The exact reason behind benign essential blepharospasm still remains a mystery, but there are definitely some speculations around it. (epainassist.com)
- In case of benign essential blepharospasm, these reflexes may return and affect the individuals without hampering the intellectual functions. (epainassist.com)
- Benign essential blepharospasm could be inherited as an autosomal dominant trait, but the instances are quite rare to support it. (epainassist.com)
- Presence of benign essential blepharospasm cases within the family. (epainassist.com)
- The characteristic symptoms of benign essential blepharospasm help in the diagnosis. (epainassist.com)
- Also, benign essential blepharospasm can be diagnosed using the Blepharospasm Disability Index, which checks for the extent of impaired function due to benign essential blepharospasm. (epainassist.com)
- Benign essential blepharospasm begins gradually with increased frequency of eye blinking often associated with eye irritation. (wikimd.org)
- Benign essential blepharospasm occurs in both men and women, although it is especially common in middle-aged and elderly women. (wikimd.org)
- It is sometimes referred to as Benign Essential Blepharospasm. (blogspot.gr)
- Some research has suggested that certain polymorphisms increase a person's risk of developing benign essential blepharospasm. (medlineplus.gov)
- Researchers are still working to clarify whether variants of the TOR1A gene are related to benign essential blepharospasm and other adult-onset dystonias. (medlineplus.gov)
- Botulinum toxin injections, pharmacotherapy, surgical intervention, patient education and membership in various support groups, constitute the best conventional treatments for a patient with benign essential blepharospasm (BEB). (beb.org.au)
- The cost of a Benign Essential Blepharospasm depends on a number of factors and it is important to understand the reasons for wide range of costs in the market, and consult experts to help you avoid surprise elements. (lyfboat.com)
- Your overall health is one factor that can affect the final cost of your Benign Essential Blepharospasm. (lyfboat.com)
- A general health examination will be carried out during the consultation period to assess the level of risk involved if the surgery for Benign Essential Blepharospasm goes ahead. (lyfboat.com)
- Underlying conditions could result in the cost of Benign Essential Blepharospasm being higher. (lyfboat.com)
- The experience and reputation of the hospital and surgeon is another factor that can increase or decrease Benign Essential Blepharospasm prices. (lyfboat.com)
- Benign Essential Blepharospasm surgeons with particularly good reputations and decades of experience are likely to demand a higher price. (lyfboat.com)
- Savings on Benign Essential Blepharospasm can be found with surgeons who are highly-skilled but still developing their reputation. (lyfboat.com)
- The possible expense of aftercare and rehabilitation for surgery will not usually be covered by the initial Benign Essential Blepharospasm cost estimate given by the hospital. (lyfboat.com)
- Benign Essential Blepharospasm Hospitals Patients can find significant cost savings and shorter waiting times without compromising on quality by traveling from their home country for a major procedure like a Benign Essential Blepharospasm. (lyfboat.com)
- One of the first things to consider when searching for a hospital for Benign Essential Blepharospasm is the experience and profile of the surgeon. (lyfboat.com)
- The patient needs to build a good relationship with the surgeon as the recovery period and specific details of the Benign Essential Blepharospasm vary depending on his or her condition. (lyfboat.com)
- It is not always possible to meet face-to-face with the surgeon before traveling for Benign Essential Blepharospasm abroad. (lyfboat.com)
- Many hospitals have started offering services designed for Benign Essential Blepharospasm to make the process smoother for international patients. (lyfboat.com)
- These hospitals help take care of logistics so that the patient can focus on recovery after Benign Essential Blepharospasm. (lyfboat.com)
- The accreditations and certifications of a hospital can help Benign Essential Blepharospasm patients make a judgement about their level of safety and quality. (lyfboat.com)
- Lyfboat - a trusted Medical Advisory & Discount Platform, enables patients to find quality Benign Essential Blepharospasm at affordable costs! (lyfboat.com)
- Conclusion: Botulinum toxin is a useful remedy for Benign Essential Blepharospasm (BEB) although the effects are short term and repeated applications are required which is quite costly for the patient. (thefreedictionary.com)
- A Resting State Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging Study of Patients With Benign Essential Blepharospasm. (foundationdystoniaresearch.org)
- Although the cause of essential blepharospasm is incompletely understood, it is thought to be a result of "miscommunication" in the area(s) of the brain responsible for control of the involved muscles. (calvv.com)
- Several studies have examined a possible relationship between a common variation (polymorphism) in the DRD5 gene and benign essential blepharospasm. (nih.gov)
- However, other studies have found no connection between this polymorphism and benign essential blepharospasm. (nih.gov)
- Methods The author studied 13 patients with Essential Blepharospasm. (koreascience.or.kr)
- The blepharospasm referred to here is officially called benign essential blepharospasm (BEB) to distinguish it from the less serious secondary blinking disorders. (wikipedia.org)
Onset of blepharospasm2
- The mean age of onset of blepharospasm is 56 years, and two thirds of patients are age 60 years or older. (medscape.com)
- The onset of blepharospasm is typically in the fifth to sixth decade and is more common in women than in men. (calvv.com)
Cases of blepharospasm2
- however, the causes of many cases of blepharospasm remain unknown. (wikipedia.org)
- It is estimated that there are at least 50,000 cases of blepharospasm in the United States, with up to 2000 new cases diagnosed annually. (medscape.com)
Symptoms of blepharospasm2
- Besides the tic, symptoms of blepharospasm are eye dryness, excessive blinking, twitching, sensitivity to the sun and bright lights. (blogspot.gr)
- What are the symptoms of Blepharospasm? (pvfla.org)
Surgery for blepharospasm1
- A retrospective chart review was performed to identify 100 consecutive patients beginning on January 1, 2000, who underwent upper eyelid myectomy surgery for blepharospasm and fulfilled the inclusion criteria. (centerforfacialappearances.com)
Pathogenesis of Blepharospasm2
- A Dynamic Circuit Hypothesis for the Pathogenesis of Blepharospasm. (medscape.com)
- Dopaminergic, cholinergic, serotoninergic, or other poorly understood mechanisms might be implicated in the pathogenesis of blepharospasm. (bmj.com)
Muscles2
- Blepharospasm affects the eye muscles and usually begins gradually with excessive blinking and/or eye irritation. (dystoniacanada.org)
- One of the most effective treatments for blepharospasm is regular botulinum toxin injections to the affected muscles. (dystoniacanada.org)
Twitching2
- Twitching eyelid is also known as blepharospasm. (hopkinsmedicine.org)
- Medindia provides you with the latest news and research breakthroughs on Eye Twitching - Blepharospasm. (medindia.net)
20191
- 2019. https://evidence.unboundmedicine.com/evidence/view/EBMG/453853/all/Botulinum_toxin_type_A_for_blepharospasm. (unboundmedicine.com)
Injection2
- This study aims to find out the outcome of injection Botulinum toxin Type A in Blepharospasm. (nepjol.info)
- Acute angle-closure glaucoma following botulinum toxin injection for blepharospasm. (bmj.com)
Diseases2
- This information refers to the general prevalence and incidence of these diseases, not to how likely they are to be the actual cause of Blepharospasm in one eye. (rightdiagnosis.com)
- Blepharospasm occurs with acute diseases of the eye, trauma to the eye, and sometimes with hysteria and traumatic neurosis. (thefreedictionary.com)
Botox Injections1
- Using into consideration this scenario, Botox Injections were begun to be utilized for Blepharospasm therapy. (debrajshome.com)
Induce blepharospasm1
- Some drugs can induce blepharospasm, such as those used to treat Parkinson's disease, as well as hormone treatments, including estrogen-replacement therapy for women going through menopause. (wikipedia.org)
Causes blepharospasm2
Secondary blepharospasm1
- There are cases of secondary blepharospasm due to identifiable organic disease. (tripdatabase.com)
Diagnosis3
- Electro diagnosis is an important tool in the diagnosis of blepharospasm. (hontos.gr)
- At this time, there is no test to confirm diagnosis of blepharospasm, and, in most cases, assorted laboratory tests are normal. (dystoniacanada.org)
- For those individuals experiencing blepharospasm triggered by a psychological reason such as stress or bereavement, understanding the diagnosis and possible causes is helpful. (londonoculoplastics.co.uk)