Dr. Yayoko Ito
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Graduated from Hiroshima University School of Medicine. After working in the Department of General Medicine, he studied under doctors at the forefront of cosmetic medicine. After acquiring knowledge and skills in aesthetics, he became the director of YAYOI CLINIC in 2023. Her specialties include Botox, hyaluronic acid injections, and customized sagging treatment. His motto is to provide natural and pain-free treatments with careful consultation.
For those who are considering “Botox underarms” treatment, we will explain what symptoms Botox underarms is effective for and the advantages and disadvantages of Botox underarms. We will also discuss the most common questions regarding Botox underarms, such as "Can Botox underarms cure armpit cancer?" and downtime, durability of effects, side effects, etc. are also summarized. We hope this will help you decide if Botox underarms is the right treatment for your current problem.
What kind of treatment is Botox under the arm?
Many people think of Botox as being injected into the forehead, between the eyebrows, or other parts of the face. First, let us understand what kind of treatment Botox aside is.
What are Botox injections anyway?
Botox injections are ingredients processed by removing the toxin from botulinum(botulinum toxin) is injected into the affected area with an ultra-fine needle.Botulinum toxin is a drug. Botulinum toxin is produced as a drug and is called “Botox.
Botox works to loosen muscle stiffness. Botox is,Often injected into parts of the face such as the forehead, between the eyebrows, and at the corners of the mouth to prevent or improve wrinkles and saggingThere is also “Erabotox,” in which Botox is injected into the gills to create a smaller face, and “Shoulder Botox,” in which Botox is injected into the muscles around the shoulders for those suffering from stiff shoulders.
What is Botox under the arm?
Botox under the armpit is injected with Botox under the armpit.“Treatment to suppress the function of ”eccrine sweat glandsIt is. Underarm odor is caused by a mixture of sweat and bacteria on the skin surface. When the function of the eccrine sweat glands is paralyzed, sweat secretion is greatly reduced, making it more difficult for bacteria to grow and reducing underarm odor.
Is Botox underarms covered by insurance?
If you are diagnosed with primary axillary hyperhidrosis (a disease that causes profuse sweating under the arms without any specific cause), Botox under the arms may be covered by insurance in some cases. It is necessary to check on the official website of each medical institution whether the treatment is covered by insurance and the price of Botox underarms, as it varies from hospital to hospital. The condition of primary axillary hyperhidrosis does not apply,If you want to eliminate problems such as generalized hyperhidrosis, underarm sweating, and underarm odor, free medical treatmentThe first two are the following.
YAYOI CLINIC offers free underarm Botox treatment for those who suffer from underarm sweating and odor. Please refer to the following link for more details including costs.
Does Botox injected into the side of the armpit cure armpit cancer?
Some of you who are wondering whether to get Botox underarms may suffer from armpit hyperhidrosis. Unfortunately, Botox underarms can help with hyperhidrosis, though,There is no fundamental cure for armpit cancer.。
Apocrine sweat glands“ are the cause of armpit odor. However, as mentioned above, Botox works on ”eccrine sweat glands“ and does not suppress the function of ”apocrine sweat glands“. This may be the reason why you sometimes see people who have experienced Botox underarms saying, ”I paid a lot of money, but I didn't feel any effect. ......
Of course, if the amount of sweat produced by the eccrine sweat glands is reduced, it can be expected to prevent the spread of odor from the sweat produced by the apocrine sweat glands. However, it is important to understand that in the case of severe armpit cancer, Botox underarm treatment will not worsen the condition, but may not have a satisfactory effect in some cases.
Conditions for whom Botox underarms is recommended.
Botox underarms is recommended for people who meet the following criteria
- People who are concerned about their own sweat and odor, though not to the extent that people point it out to them.
- People who want to reduce the amount of sweat only during periods of high sweating.
- People who are not comfortable with surgical treatment using scalpels, etc.
Please consider whether to undergo Botox underarm treatment depending on the extent of your problem.
Advantages of Botox to the sides
There are two main advantages of Botox underarms.
Shorter treatment time and less stress on the body
The Botox underarm procedure uses a syringe to inject Botox into the affected area.Treatment time is about 5-10 minutes.Scarring. Since no scalpel is used, the only scars are those of the needles. A mixture of Botox and an anesthetic is used, so you will feel a stinging sensation at first, but as the anesthetic takes effect, you will gradually feel less pain. Compared to a surgical procedure using extensive anesthesia, Botox under the arm is short and painless, which is a major attraction of Botox under the arm.
Almost no downtime and minimal disruption to work and daily life
Downtime for Botox underarms is about a few days. You may experience mild muscle pain and swelling, but you can return to your daily activities immediately after the procedure. Bathing is also possible on the day of treatment, if not for an extended period of time.
However, botulinum toxin, the main ingredient in Botox injections, is heat sensitive and may not show its full effect when exposed to high temperatures. Immediately after the procedure, avoid saunas, strenuous exercise, excessive alcohol consumption, and massaging the affected area.
Disadvantages of Botox to the sides
Although Botox under the arm tends to give the impression of being easy because of its short treatment time, it is important to understand the risks and disadvantages.
No immediate effect.
When Botox is injected into the armpits, the effect does not appear on the same day. The efficacy of Botox underarms is,It will gradually appear 2 to 3 days after the treatment.A few weeks before the effects are clearly felt. It may take several weeks before the effects are clearly felt. If you have plans to control sweating for sure, it is best to schedule your treatment well in advance.
Not sustainable.
The effect of Botox on the sides,About 4-6 monthsThe drug only lasts for a short period of time. When the effect wears off, the same symptoms reappear, so treatment must be repeated each time the drug loses its efficacy in order to continue suppressing symptoms.
Possible side effects.
Although Botox injections are a treatment with relatively few side effects, they are not entirely free from the risk of side effects. The following side effects may occur after Botox is injected into the side of the body
- Redness and swelling of skin
- myalgia
- washed-out feeling
- internal hemorrhage
- headache
However, these symptoms are only temporary. In most cases, they subside within a week or so at most.
Will Botox become ineffective if I keep putting it under my arm?
Continued Botox on the sides may, in rare cases, be less effective. This is,Because the body develops antibodies to BotoxIt is. However, not all people who receive multiple Botox injections will produce antibodies.
To reduce the risk of antibodies, you should not get Botox injections unnecessarily and should follow the appropriate injection amount and frequency of treatment. If you feel that it is risky to continue injecting Botox into your armpits year-round, you may want to have the procedure performed only during the hotter months when you are more likely to sweat.
Does Botox in the armpit cause sweating from other parts of the body?
As a result of Botox underarms, from other parts of the body.Increased perspiration is rarely an obstacleThe following is a brief description of the symptoms of hyperhidrosis. Surgery to block nerves as a treatment for hyperhidrosis may cause “compensatory sweating,” which results in increased sweating in other areas of the body. On the other hand, Botox under the arm, on the other hand, has a much lower risk of compensatory sweating and is therefore a more reliable treatment than surgical treatment.
Conclusion
Botox injected into the armpits will not cure severe armpit odor. However, Botox underarms is a short procedure with little downtime, making it an attractive treatment for those who are concerned about underarm sweating and odor on their own without people pointing it out, or for those who are not comfortable with surgical treatment. If you are concerned about Botox underarms but are not sure if it is the right treatment for your problem, please contact a reputable clinic for a consultation.
Aesthetic Dermatology, Cosmetic Medicine, Cosmetic Surgery, Art Makeup in Hiroshima YAYOI CLINIC offers treatments for different skin, body, and facial concerns.
In order to offer a better option for everyone, we will assess each person's skin condition and formulate a treatment plan that meets their needs in terms of treatment duration, budget, and acceptable downtime.
If you have any concerns, please come for a counseling session first.
Description of treatment] Botulinum toxin injection
Drugs employed
Botox Vista® (botulinum toxin type A)
NABOTA (botulinum toxin type A)
Duration and frequency of treatment] Once every 3-4 months
Cost]
Botox Vista® (botulinum toxin type A)
-Full face 1 unit ¥869 (+ ¥22,000 for treatment fee) *The number of units used varies depending on the individual.
NABOTA (botulinum toxin type A)
-Full face: 1 unit ¥649 (+ ¥22,000 for treatment fee) *The number of units used varies depending on the individual.
-Era: 29,800Yen - 32,800Yen
-Microbotox (face): ¥34,800
-Both sides: ¥39,800
-Botox Lift: ¥34,800
-Botox Lift + neck: ¥39,800
-Shoulder: ¥34,800～¥54,800
-Both calves: ¥39,800～¥49,800
Risks and side effects] Headache, pain and swelling at the injection site, partial muscle weakness, redness, bruising, numbness, internal bleeding, etc.
[About being an unapproved drug, etc.
Botox treatment includes treatments that are either unapproved drugs in Japan or treatments that are different from those approved for use in the pharmaceutical industry.
Drugs and medical devices used for treatment were imported through a private importation procedure based on the judgment of a physician at our clinic.
https://www.yakubutsu.mhlw.go.jp/individualimport/purchase/index.html
There are no other domestically approved drugs with the same ingredients or performance, except for those approved by the pharmaceutical affairs bodies.
Information on safety, etc. in other countries
-BOTOX VISTA® approved by the Japanese regulatory authorities for the treatment of expression lines between the eyebrows or at the corners of the eyes in adults under 65 years of age.
-NABOTA receives U.S. FDA approval
There is a possibility that serious risks, side effects, etc. have not been identified.
In the unlikely event of serious side effects, the drug is not covered by the government's Adverse Drug Reactions Relief Program.
