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Botulinum neurotoxin type A resistance: An emerging problem
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English - March 06, 2023 11:00 - 12 minutes - 8.28 MBScience Technology science research outreach education stem learning academic technology impact scicomm Homepage Download Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
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Botulinum neurotoxin A (BoNT-A), often referred to as ‘Botox’, is increasingly in cosmetic procedures. However, long-term use and high doses of BoNT-A may lead to immunoresistance, limiting its future therapeutic benefit.
A panel of experts including Dr Mary Dingley, Cosmetic Medicine Centre, Australia, is addressing this emerging issue. They offer guidance to practitioners and promote a culture of open communication with patients about BoNT-A risks, to empower individuals to make a fully informed decision.
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Read their original article : https://www.doi.org/10.1097/GOX.0000000000004407