Hi Stephanie,

One of the newest uses of Botox, I've heard, is for voice dystonia. My mother suffers from this right now, and it's incredibly sad. She has consulted numerous allergists and specialists, and it's a condition that will permanently affect her. Basically, he voice goes in and out. She will be turning 60 soon, but she usually sounds now like she is 90. She has had to stop teaching, and even calling friends on the phone because it frustrates her and is embarassing. (I miss my mother's voice too, by the way.)

So, the last doctor she consulted has said that Botox will temporarily relieve this condition - something that terrifies her the most. Her biggest concern is the fact that Botox is technically a "toxin." She is a naturalist, so she doesn't feel comfortable injecting this in her body. But we, her family, want her to go back to normal.

Do you know how effective Botox is in relieving and improving this condition?

Thanks.

Before she has surgery or Botox, check out a Dr Morton Cooper in Los Angeles. He has cured SD through speech therapy. Google him before you do anything rash.

Hey swagband! Thanks so much for the lead. I checked out the doc's site, and shared it with my mom. There might be some hope in her after all. Told her that I will accompany her during the consultation. She used to love being a childhood development instructor for college kids, but she is embarassed to stand in front of her classes and strain her voice. I can't tell you what it's like to see you own mother not be able to fulfill her passion, something she has been doing all of her life.

Fortunately, she is also a preschool director and the little kids don't care what she sounds like. Again, thanks! Will keep you updated.