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People who are looking for cosmetic interventions were warned to be on the hat by experts in public health, since in England they gave 38 cases of botulism poisoning in England that are associated with non -licensed botox -like bumps.
British health security said on Friday that cases were first registered in the northeast. Then registered in the east of England and East Midland. All were reported between June 4 and July 14, 2025.
“The investigations have not been completed, but evidence has so far indicated the use of a non -licensed botox -like product,” said UKHSA, noting that those who are affected by botulism poisoning showed symptoms, including difficulties to swallow, language equipment and breathing difficulties that require breathing support.
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According to the NHS, botulism is caused by toxins that are produced by Clostridium botulinum Bacteria that attack the nervous system. A cleaned form of this toxins is the active ingredient in botox and similar products that are often used for cosmetic purposes, including reducing wrinkles.
Botulism can rarely be life -threatening. Treatment often includes the use of anti-toxins and interventions to support the body.
Dr. Gauri Godbole, the consultant of a medical microbiologist at UKHSA, said that the symptoms of the disease can take up to four weeks after a botox-like treatment, and advised anyone who had signs of swallowing to turn with NHS 111 and look for treatment.
While UKHSA has asked for medical specialists to pay attention to botulism in people who recently had the cosmetic injections, the public also warned if they take care of such procedures to ensure that a qualified person executes them and that they use the right bumps.
“If you are considering having a cosmetic procedure, please check whether your practitioner uses a licensed product,” said Godbole and found that further information is available on the selection of a practitioner on the NHS website.
Prof. Meghana Pandit, Co-National Medical Director at NHS England, added that the website also gives advice on the questions, including secure ensuring that the person who manages the injection is appropriately trained.
“If these procedures go wrong, there is a risk of serious infections and permanent scars, which is why only registered specialists such as a doctor, a nurse or a pharmacy should prescribe these treatments,” she said.
Dr. Alison Cave, Chief Safety Officer at the regulatory authority for Medicines and Healthcare Products (MHRA), said the purchase of botox-like products under other circumstances increases the risk that it is either falsified or not licensed for use in Great Britain.
“Public security has a top priority for the MHRA,” she said, adding that if not licensed products were used, “means that there are no protective measures to ensure that the products of the MHRA stand for quality and security. As such, they can endanger the health of the people they take,” she said.
