16 people hospitalized in Antalya after receiving botox
In the city, 16 people who fell ill after botox applications within the last three months applied to hospitals, and the condition of patients in intensive care was reported to judicial authorities.
In Antalya, 16 people who fell ill after receiving botox procedures within the last three months were hospitalized, and it was announced that three of the patients are being monitored in the intensive care unit.
Botox Cases Increased in Antalya
In Antalya, numerous people who experienced various health problems after getting botox in the last three months applied to Akdeniz University Hospital. A total of 16 people experiencing difficulty speaking, swallowing, and breathing were hospitalized.
Severe Complaints and Ventilator Intervention
Some of the patients were connected to ventilators, while three patients received treatment in the intensive care unit. Other patients with milder complaints were treated on an outpatient basis and discharged.
Reported as a Judicial Case
The health condition of seven patients admitted to the neurology clinic within the last week was reported to the competent authorities as a judicial case. Following the incident, a comprehensive investigation was launched regarding where and by whom the patients had their botox performed.
Difficulties and Allegations Experienced by Patients
F.F., one of the patients receiving treatment, claimed that she went to a doctor's clinic about 20 days ago, but the botox procedure was performed by the secretary rather than the doctor. Patients frequently experienced drooping Eyelids and difficulty swallowing.
Evaluations of Specialist Physicians
Prof. Dr. Ebru Apaydın Doğan, a Neurology Specialist from Akdeniz University Hospital, noted that patients were admitted to the ward with severe conditions such as respiratory problems and swallowing difficulties. Internal Medicine Specialist Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hasan Sözel drew attention to the licensing status of the centers and product conditions.