Can the botox treatment for dystonia lower the WBC count?
Patient: I have dystonia in my right arm/hand and also my neck. I have been receiving Botox injections for 4 years. I see a neurologist at a movement disorder clinic for the dystonia. I take gabapentin, clonazepam, and baclofen to also help with the dystonia symptoms. I recently had some routine lab work done at my PCP s office and my WBC count was low at 3.2, I am 47 years old. Can the Botox treatments and low WBC count be associated? Doctor: Hello,  Botox treatment does not cause low WBC count. You can repeat the test after two weeks.  If the white blood cells are persistently on the lower side, you can consult a physician and get evaluated to rule out hematological causes.  Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.  Take care  Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician