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How Botox is helping those struggling with the inability to burp

The surprising new use for this popular treatment

How Botox is helping those struggling with the inability to burp
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Gabrielle Sanderson
28/03/2025 10:00 ‧ 2 months ago | StarsInsider

HEALTH

New treatment

Yes, you read the title correctly. Botox has once again proven its versatility beyond the cosmetic world. Known for smoothing wrinkles, alleviating migraines, and even stopping excessive sweating, its latest surprising application is helping individuals with Retrograde Cricopharyngeus Dysfunction (R-CPD), also known as "no burp syndrome." This condition, as peculiar as it sounds, prevents people from being able to burp—something most people on the planet likely take for granted. It might not seem like such a big deal but to those who suffer from the condition, it can cause a lot of pain, discomfort, and embarrassment.

So how can Botox help? You’re about to find out. The results are nothing short of impressive, offering relief to those who have struggled with this frustrating condition for years. In this gallery we explore. Click on the next slide to get started.

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