Pros and Cons of Bladder Botox

Botox (botulinum toxin type A)  is a substance that briefly paralyses muscles when injected locally. Botox is most usually associated with cosmetic applications, but it can also be used to treat a variety of medical issues. Clostridium botulinum is the source of Botox (neurotoxin). This is present in a variety of natural environments, including lakes, soils, and woods. Crabs and other shellfish also have it in their organs and gills. It can also be found in the digestive system of fish and mammals.

If you don't use this correctly, it can be very dangerous. Small doses of the drug can stop signals from nerve cells getting to the muscles. The release of the chemical messenger acetylcholine by the nerve endings at the point where they touch the muscle cells is required for muscles to contract. Botox stops the release of acetylcholine, which stops the muscle cells from contracting.

If you have a muscle problem, Botox can help by paralyzing your muscles for a short time. You can also use it to remove wrinkles by paralyzing your muscles for a short time. Botox is an FDA-approved treatment for neurologic illnesses that cause hyperactive bladder, urine incontinence, and spastic bladders. Botox temporarily paralyses the bladder muscle, and the effects last for about 6 months. The most prevalent side effect of bladder Botox is a urinary tract infection.

As a preventative measure against a urinary tract infection, patient will receive an antibiotic the day before treatment is scheduled. Prior to therapy, a test will be performed to ensure the patient does not have a urinary tract infection. The therapy will be rescheduled if they do have one.

 Botox is injected into precise locations of the patient's bladder muscle via the cystoscope in a series of rapid injections. Botox usually takes between 24-72 hours to work, but it might take up to 96 hours.

Approximately six individuals out of every hundred require a catheter following treatment. If this is required, the doctor will go over the catheter procedure, including cleaning, prior to treatment. This catheter is smaller than those used in hospitals and may be readily concealed.

Pros of Bladder Botox

Overactive bladder and  incontinence linked with neurological illness, are well treated by Botox injections into the bladder. When other treatments, such as behavioral therapy, exercise, and medication, have failed to alleviate symptoms, this is often the last resort. 

Botox has been demonstrated to improve discomfort and quality of life dramatically in women who have failed to respond to or tolerate conventional therapies.

Botox can help with overactive bladder and incontinence in a variety of ways. This is an excellent therapeutic option for people of all ages. This may be preferred than surgery for older people because it is less invasive.

Cons of Bladder Botox

Botox injections are normally well-tolerated, but the first few instances a patient urinates, it may burn or sting a little. Additionally, patients may see blood in their urine immediately following treatment.

A urinary tract infection (UTI) is the most likely side effect of Botox treatment for incontinence. The difficulty to empty the bladder for a short period of time is another possible side effect.

The effects of Botox last about 6 months. When the patient observes that the benefits aren't as strong, they need to be re-injected. This treatment can be used many times, but patients must wait at least three months before next session.