Migraines and Botox l Episode 062

<p>Botox isn’t just for wrinkles any more! The FDA approved Botox in 2010 for treatment of chronic migraines. </p> <p>Botox is a man made drug that comes from a toxin produced by the bacteria Clostridium botulinum. Botulinum toxin is a neurotoxin that is one of the most poisonous biological substances known.</p> <p> </p> <p>How does Botox work?</p> <p>Botox enters the nerve endings at the injection sites and blocks the release of chemicals involved in pain. This essentially prevents pain signals from going to the brain, relieving migraines. </p> <p>Visit our website <a href='http://www.thenursingpostpodcast.com'>www.thenursingpostpodcast.com </a>for show notes and references in todays episode.</p> <p>Thanks for listening </p> <p> </p>