Blepharospasm Treatment in India
About Blepharospasm
Key Highlights
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Highly Effective: Considered the gold-standard treatment, providing significant symptom relief in over 90% of patients.Minimally Invasive: Performed as a quick outpatient procedure with no incisions or general anesthesia required.Targeted Relief: Precisely relaxes only the overactive muscles responsible for spasms, preserving normal function.listrongImproved Quality of Life:/strong Dramatically reduces functional blindness, social anxiety, and discomfort associated with uncontrollable blinking./lilistrongRepeatable Treatment:/strong Effects last 3-4 months, and the procedure can be safely repeated to maintain long-term control./li/ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Diagnosis of benign essential blepharospasm, a focal dystonia affecting the eyelids.
- Severe, involuntary eyelid spasms causing excessive blinking or forced eyelid closure.
- Functional visual impairment or episodic blindness due to an inability to voluntarily open the eyes.
- Symptoms that interfere with daily activities like reading, driving, or watching television.
- Failure to achieve adequate control with oral medications (e.g., anticholinergics, muscle relaxants).
- As part of the management for Meige syndrome, which combines blepharospasm with oromandibular dystonia.
How to prepare
- Consultation with a neurologist specializing in movement disorders for a confirmed diagnosis.
- Disclosure of all current medications, especially blood thinners (aspirin, warfarin, etc.), which may need adjustment.
- Informing the doctor of any neuromuscular conditions (e.g., myasthenia gravis) or allergies.
- Avoiding alcohol and anti-inflammatory drugs for a few days before the procedure to minimize bruising.
- No need to fast; patients can eat and drink normally before the appointment.
- Arranging for transportation is optional, as patients can typically drive themselves afterward.
Risks & possible complications
- Localized Side Effects: Temporary bruising, swelling, pain, or redness at the injection sites.
- Eyelid Ptosis: Temporary drooping of the upper eyelid if the toxin diffuses into the wrong muscle.
- Dry Eyes or Excessive Tearing: Altered tear production due to effects on surrounding muscles.
- Double Vision (Diplopia) or Blurred Vision: Uncommon and usually temporary.
- Facial Weakness or Asymmetry: Rare spread of effect to adjacent facial muscles.
- Systemic Reaction: Extremely rare allergic reaction or generalized muscle weakness.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Patients can resume most normal activities immediately after the procedure.
- Avoid rubbing or massaging the treated area for at least 4-6 hours to prevent toxin migration.
- Remain upright for a few hours post-injection; avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours.
- Mild side effects like bruising typically resolve within a week.
- Therapeutic effects begin within 2-5 days, with peak benefit seen around 1-2 weeks post-injection.
- A follow-up appointment is scheduled in 2-4 weeks to assess efficacy and note any side effects.
- Maintain a symptom diary to track the duration of effect, which helps plan the next injection cycle (typically every 3-4 months).
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Typical hospital stay:
0 days (Outpatient)
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Expected recovery time:
1-7 days for side effects; 2-14 days for full therapeutic effect
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering blepharospasm in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for blepharospasm in India include Medanta The Medicity, Manipal Hospital Gurgaon, Manipal Hospital Jayanagar, Manipal Hospital Kharadi, KMC Hospital Mangalore, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform blepharospasm. MediFyr helps you compare neurologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for blepharospasm compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | USD 87 – USD 272 | 0 days (Outpatient) | ~ 1-7 days for side effects; 2-14 days for full therapeutic effect | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 644 – USD 2,013 | 0 days (Outpatient) | ~ 1-7 days for side effects; 2-14 days for full therapeutic effect | Know More |
Top hospitals for Blepharospasm in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated neurology teams and experience managing patients undergoing blepharospasm.
Gurgaon, India
60 Doctors
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Neurologists for Blepharospasm
Explore experienced neurologists who regularly perform blepharospasm and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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