Open AccessBotulinum toxin for scalp dysesthesia
Author(s) -
Kevin Phan,
Matthew James Lin
Publication year - 2022
Publication title -
journal of cutaneous and aesthetic surgery
Language(s) - Uncategorized
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.44
H-Index - 13
eISSN - 0974-5157
pISSN - 0974-2077
DOI - 10.4103/jcas.jcas_197_20
Subject(s) - dysesthesia , medicine , scalp , dermatology , botulinum toxin , neuropathic pain , itching , pharmacology , anesthesia
Scalp dysesthesia is characterized by abnormal cutaneous sensations such as burning, stinging, or itching of the scalp. This condition is particularly challenging to manage as there is a lack of well-established treatments. By limiting release of neurotransmitters such as substance P, glutamate, and calcitonin gene-related peptide, botulinum toxin may have a role in ameliorating neuropathic pain. We report a unique case in which botulinum toxin was used in the management of scalp dysesthesia.