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   What is Bell's palsy & how is it treated?

   • Bell's palsy is temporary weakness or lack of movement that usually affects 1 side of the face. Treatment with steroids can help and most people get better within 6 months. These can be signs of a stroke, which is a medical emergency. Symptoms of Bell's palsy include: You may also find it difficult to close the eye on the weak side of your face.

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   What is Bell's palsy?

   • Bell's palsy is an acute unilateral peripheral facial nerve palsy in patients for whom physical examination and history are otherwise unremarkable. It consists of deficits affecting all facial zones equally that fully evolve within 72 hours. To date, it remains a clinical diagnosis of exclusion.

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   Is Bell's palsy serious?

   • Bell’s palsy temporarily weakens or paralyzes facial muscles. People with Bell’s palsy develop a droopy appearance on one — or sometimes both — sides of their face. The condition usually isn’t serious and often goes away in a few months without treatment. Bell’s palsy is a condition that causes temporary facial paralysis. What is Bell’s palsy?

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   How do you recover from Bell's palsy?

   • Most people with Bell's palsy recover fully — with or without treatment. There's no one-size-fits-all treatment for Bell's palsy. But your healthcare professional may suggest medicines or physical therapy to help speed your recovery. Surgery is rarely an option for Bell's palsy.

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   What are the symptoms of Bell's palsy?

   • It’s rare, but Bell’s palsy can sometimes affect the nerves on both sides of your face. Besides the weakness and drooping of your facial muscles, other symptoms of Bell's palsy may include: Most doctors think that Bell's palsy is caused by damage to the facial nerve, which causes swelling.

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   When should I get help for Bell's palsy?

   • It's important to get help as soon as possible because treatment for Bell's palsy is more effective if started early (within 72 hours). You can call 111 or get help from 111 online. Treatments for Bell's palsy include: If you cannot close your eye, you may need treatment to prevent damage to your vision.

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   Bell's palsy is temporary weakness or lack of movement that usually affects 1 side of the face. Treatment with steroids can help and most people get better within 6 months.

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   There's no specific test for Bell's palsy. Your healthcare professional looks at your face and asks you to move your facial muscles. You're asked to close your eyes, lift your brow, show your teeth and frown, among making other movements. Other conditions — such as a stroke, infections, Lyme disease, inflammatory conditions and tumors — can cause f...

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   Most people with Bell's palsy recover fully — with or without treatment. There's no one-size-fits-all treatment for Bell's palsy. But your healthcare professional may suggest medicines or physical therapy to help speed your recovery. Surgery is rarely an option for Bell's palsy. Because the eye on the affected side doesn't close, it's important to ...

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   Home treatment may include: 1. Taking pain relievers.Aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others) or acetaminophen (Tylenol, others) are available without a prescription and may help ease your pain. 2. Doing physical therapy exercises.Massaging and exercising your face according to your physical therapist's advice may help relax your facial muscle...

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   Although there's little scientific evidence to support the use of alternative medicine to treat Bell's palsy, some people with the condition may benefit from the following: 1. Acupuncture.Placing thin needles into a specific point in the skin helps stimulate nerves and muscles, which may offer some relief. 2. Biofeedback training.By teaching you to...

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   You may start by seeing your healthcare professional. You may be referred immediately to a doctor who specializes in the nervous system, known as a neurologist. It's good to prepare for your appointment. Here's some information to help you get ready.

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   Aug 14, 2023 · Bell’s palsy is a condition that causes temporary facial paralysis (palsy). It usually only affects the muscles on one side of your face. You may have a lopsided smile or an eyelid that you can’t fully close. It rarely affects both sides of your face.

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   Oct 1, 2024 · Bell's palsy is an acute unilateral peripheral facial nerve palsy in patients for whom physical examination and history are otherwise unremarkable. It consists of deficits affecting all facial zones equally that fully evolve within 72 hours. To date, it remains a clinical diagnosis of exclusion.

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   Oct 22, 2023 · Bell's palsy is a weakness (paralysis) that causes nerve damage; it affects the nerve fibres that control the muscles of the face. It is due to a problem with the facial nerve. It develops suddenly, usually on one side of the face. The cause is not clear but most cases are probably due to a viral infection.

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   Nov 14, 2023 · Bell's palsy is a condition that causes sudden weakness or paralysis of the facial muscles. Learn about its causes, symptoms, and treatment options in this comprehensive guide....

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