Botox is the brand name of a neurotoxin called botulinum toxin and believe it or not, it can be used to treat more than just ...

In my mid-30s, when Botox was approved by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) for cosmetic use, I wrinkled my nose. Stick a syringe full of muscle-paralyzing poison into my face? I would never ...

Exercise increases heart rate and blood flow, which can cause Botox to migrate (move) outside of the intended treatment area. This can lead to side effects such as temporary drooping or weakness of ...

Botox temporarily blocks a neurotransmitter called acetylcholine, preventing nerve signals from reaching muscles. As your body metabolizes the toxin, nerve function returns and symptoms gradually ...