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WedThursFri, January 15-17, 2003 The Park Record B-11 HERE'S TO YOU R H EALTH by Joan Jacobson Botox injection: The most popular U.S. cosmetic procedure y V In 2001 more than 1.6 million individuals, mostly women, paid $397 million to receive tiny injections injec-tions of Botox, a derivative of Clostridium botulinum. According to Dr. Kristine Lieferman, a dermatologist from the University of Utah, the toxic ' substance acts to paralyze muscles mus-cles by inhibiting the release of acetycholine from the nerves. Men are also being recruited. Lieferman referred to a recent NBC Today Show segment that dealt with "Botox for Men." It was recommended that they "Dress for success with a shot of Botox to wipe the smirk off your face; it's bad for business." Botox injections are becoming so popular popu-lar that some are giving Botox parties for their friends, replete with discounts for the injections and served with hors d'oeuvres. This is a far cry from medical ethics, but it is happening. The history of Botox is quite interesting. In 1895, Clostridium botulinum was isolated as an emerging cause of illness in Belgium. It was later found to be helpful in treating "cross eyes" and eye twitches. In 1980, Dr. Carruthers. a Canadian ophthalmologist, ophthal-mologist, discovered thai injections injec-tions with Botox, a diluted version ver-sion of the botulinum toxin A. had great promise in dramatically dramatical-ly smoothing wrinkles in less than 30 days. The technique caught on and within 10 years because their facial muscles are sometimes stronger and tighter than women who choose to have the procedure. Although the procedure may yield sensational effects, it must be repeated, on average, every four months. And, the cost -- Botox injections are becoming so popular that some are giving Botox parties for their friends, replete with discounts for the injections and served with hors d'oeuvres. This is a far cry from medical ethics, but it is happening." Joan Jacobson the treatment was popular in over 70 countries around the world. The Food and Drug Administration, in April 2001, approved the use of 20 units of Botox for cosmetic purposes. However, the dose may be increased if needed. For instance, male patients may require an increased dosage around $240 for each injection -is not covered by insurance. Anyone who is 18 to 65 years old can safely partake in the treatment. treat-ment. It is important to choose a well trained physician, who has knowledge of the facial muscles, who can evaluate, and has a good knowledge of the patient's history. histo-ry. The procedure should be per formed in a medical facility so that emergency help is available if needed. Following the procedure the patient should stay upright for three to four hours and should constantly work the facial muscles. mus-cles. The most common side effects, other than slight discomfort discom-fort when the skin is injected, are headache, temporary drooping of the eyelid, respiratory infection, infec-tion, flu syndrome and nausea. Those who oppose the procedure, proce-dure, including cosmetics tycoon Evelyn Lauder, say that Botox may leave women unable to move their eyebrows, thus lacking lack-ing expression. One physician says that it may make the U.S. a nation of expressionless people. But. if you want to get rid of those pesky frown lines, Botox may be just the thing for you. especially if you have the $240 to spend quarterly. Park City resident Joan Jacobson, PhD, RN, is an adjunct professor for the University of Utah College of Nursing. She is the author of Midlife Women. ' Recycle your Christmas tree From now until Monday, Jan. 20, 2003, you may drop off your Christmas tree behind the Radisson Hotel at 2000 Holiday Ranch Loop Rd. Signs will designate the drop-off area. 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