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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?
Hyder A. Jinnah
Elite in Benign Essential Blepharospasm
Dr. Hyder A. Jinnah
Neurology
Elite in Benign Essential Blepharospasm
Dr. Hyder A. Jinnah
Neurology

Emory Brain Health Center

12 Executive Park Drive Northeast, 
Atlanta, GA 
404-778-3444
Experience:
33+ years
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Hyder Jinnah is a Neurologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Jinnah has been practicing medicine for over 33 years and is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Essential Blepharospasm. His top areas of expertise are Benign Essential Blepharospasm, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Focal Dystonia, Torticollis, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

Hubert H. Fernandez
Elite in Benign Essential Blepharospasm
Dr. Hubert H. Fernandez
Neurology
Elite in Benign Essential Blepharospasm
Dr. Hubert H. Fernandez
Neurology

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

9500 Euclid Avenue, 
Cleveland, OH 
216-444-2200
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Hubert Fernandez is a Neurologist in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Fernandez is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Essential Blepharospasm. His top areas of expertise are Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Gastric Bypass. Dr. Fernandez is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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Danielle E. Doggett
Advanced in Benign Essential Blepharospasm
Dr. Danielle E. Doggett
Neurology
Advanced in Benign Essential Blepharospasm
Dr. Danielle E. Doggett
Neurology

Atrium Health Neurology Specialty Care, A Facility Of Carolinas Medical Center

1010 Edgehill Road N., 
Charlotte, NC 
704-468-0101
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Danielle Doggett is a Neurologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Doggett is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Essential Blepharospasm. Her top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Essential Tremor, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Doggett is currently accepting new patients.

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What are the latest Benign Essential Blepharospasm Clinical Trials?
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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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 09, 2025
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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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center