Dozens In Northeastern England Report Botulism Symptoms After Getting Botox

CNN (6/20, Orie) reported at least 28 individuals in northeastern England “have reported symptoms of botulism after receiving cosmetic procedures, the UK Health and Security Agency (UKHSA) told CNN in a statement Friday.” The UKHSA “said the reactions reported have included symptoms of severe drooping of the upper eyelids, double vision, difficulty swallowing, slurred speech and lethargy.” Investigations into the cause of the cases are ongoing, but the UKHSA said that “evidence so far does not suggest that the product used has been contaminated. Symptoms are being reported a few days up to four weeks after injection.” Meanwhile, the UK’s Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency said it is investigating “allegations surrounding the illegal sale and supply of Botox-type products in the North-East, and want to reassure the public that we take such claims very seriously.”