How long should I wait to see the results of Botox?

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How long should I wait to see the results of Botox?

Some clinical trials investigating Botox for neurogenic detrusor overactivity (overactive bladder) have reported a significant reduction in episodes of urinary incontinence as early as six weeks. For treatment of spasticity, trials have reported significant differences in muscle tone starting about two weeks after the first injections.

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Marisa Wexler, MS avatar
Marisa Wexler, MS Marisa holds a Master of Science in cellular and molecular pathology from the University of Pittsburgh, where she studied novel genetic drivers of ovarian cancer. Her areas of expertise include cancer biology, immunology, and genetics, and she has worked as a science writing and communications intern for the Genetics Society of America.

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