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What is the definition of Benign Essential Blepharospasm?
Benign essential blepharospasm (BEB) is a progressive neurological disorder characterized by abnormal blinking or spasms of the eyelids. It is a form of dystonia, a group of movement disorders involving uncontrolled tensing of the muscles (contractions), rhythmic shaking (tremors), and other involuntary movements. BEB occurs in both men and women, although it is especially common in middle-aged women. Initial symptoms include an increased frequency of blinking, dry eyes, and eye irritation. As the condition progresses, spasms of the muscles surrounding the eyes cause involuntary winking or squinting and increasing difficulty keeping eyes open, which can lead to vision impairment. In more than half of all people with BEB, the symptoms affect other facial muscles and muscles in other areas of the body. When people with BEB also experience involuntary muscle spasms affecting the tongue and jaw, this is known as Meige syndrome. The cause of BEB is unknown; however, some cases appear to run through families.
What are the alternative names for Benign Essential Blepharospasm?
  • Benign essential blepharospasm
  • BEB
  • Blepharospasm
  • OBSOLETE: Benign essential blepharospasm
  • Primary blepharospasm
Who are the top Benign Essential Blepharospasm Local Doctors?
Elite in Benign Essential Blepharospasm
Elite in Benign Essential Blepharospasm
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Emory Brain Health Center

12 Executive Park Drive Northeast, 
Atlanta, GA 
404-778-3444
Experience:
33+ years
Languages Spoken:
English
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Hyder Jinnah is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. He has been practicing medicine for over 33 years. Dr. Jinnah is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Essential Blepharospasm. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Benign Essential Blepharospasm, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Focal Dystonia, Torticollis, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Jinnah is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, 1999.

Elite in Benign Essential Blepharospasm
Elite in Benign Essential Blepharospasm
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Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

9500 Euclid Avenue, 
Cleveland, OH 
216-444-2200
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English
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Hubert Fernandez is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Fernandez is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Essential Blepharospasm. He is also highly rated in 44 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Tardive Dyskinesia, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Gastric Bypass. Dr. Fernandez is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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Distinguished in Benign Essential Blepharospasm
Dr. David S. Goldberg
Ophthalmology
Distinguished in Benign Essential Blepharospasm
Dr. David S. Goldberg
Ophthalmology
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Eye Consultants Of Pennsylvania PC

1 Granite Point Dr, Ste 100, 
Wyomissing, PA 
610-378-1344
Languages Spoken:
English, Spanish
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David Goldberg is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Wyomissing, Pennsylvania. Dr. Goldberg is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Essential Blepharospasm. He is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Esotropia, Blocked Tear Duct, and Entropion. Dr. Goldberg is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

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What are the latest Benign Essential Blepharospasm Clinical Trials?
The Safety and Efficacy of DaxibotulinumtoxinA-Lanm for Benign Essential Blepharospasm and Hemifacial Spasm
The Safety and Efficacy of DaxibotulinumtoxinA-Lanm for Benign Essential Blepharospasm and Hemifacial Spasm
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: April 23, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 4

Summary: The goal of this clinical trial is to test the effects of DaxibotulinumtoxinA-Lanm (Daxxify) in patients with benign essential blepharospasms (BEB) and hemifacial spasms (HFS). The main questions to answer: 1. Is there clinically significant difference (measured by Jankovic Rating Scale (JRS) score from base to peak efficacy) for patients with BEB and HFS treated with Daxxify? 2. What percentage o...

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Brain Networks in Dystonia
Brain Networks in Dystonia
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: December 08, 2025
Intervention Type: Procedure, Other

Summary: To date, there is only limited knowledge about the distinct neural abnormalities that lead to the development of different forms of focal dystonia. The goal of this study is to dissect the pathophysiological mechanisms underlying this clinical phenomenon using multi-level brain network analysis in patients with focal dystonia.

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center