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Living with hemi facial spasms

Post a new topicby livingwith on Mon Jun 02, 2008 1:20 pm


I am a 27 yr old female. Diagnosed in 6-07 with HFS. I have been taking anti seizure and nerve meds. I have has 3 botox sessions. Some relief but not completely. I wish that there was something simpler than MVD to cure the spasms. Anyone have any adivce?
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Re: Living with hemi facial spasms

Post a new topicby NHPackerfan on Fri Jul 25, 2008 6:49 pm

Hi, Mandy,

HFS is tough, because most oral meds don't work for most people. That leaves Botox and MVD surgery. I have had bilateral HFS, and have had surgeries on both sides. So feel free to ask me anything you want.

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