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Bell's Palsy (Plastic Surgery)

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What is Bell's Palsy?

Bell's palsy is an unexplained episode of facial muscle weakness or paralysis that usually resolves on its own and causes no complications. The cause of Bell's palsy is unknown but is thought to be caused by inflammation affecting the body's immune system. It is associated with other conditions such as diabetes.

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  • Disordered movement of the muscles that control facial expressions, such as smiling, squinting, blinking, or closing the eyelid.
  • Loss of feeling in the face.
  • Headache.
  • Tearing.
  • Drooling.
  • Loss of the sense of taste on the front two-thirds of the tongue.

Some complications related to Bell palsy are as follows: Corneal dryness leading to visual loss. Permanent damage to the facial nerve. Abnormal growth of nerve fibers.

Experts think it's caused by swelling and inflammation of the nerve that controls the muscles on one side of the face. It could be caused by a reaction that occurs after a viral infection. Symptoms usually start to improve within a few weeks, with complete recovery in about six months

Risk factors for Bell's palsy include pregnancy, preeclampsia, obesity, hypertension, diabetes, and upper respiratory ailments. The exact cause of Bell's palsy is unknown. There is some evidence that inflammation and swelling of the cranial nerve VII is involved, but the reason for this swelling is unclear

There is no known way to prevent Bell palsy.

How is it diagnosed?

How is it diagnosed?

Antivirals added to steroids may benefit some people with Bell's palsy, but this is still unproved. Despite this, an antiviral drug, such as valacyclovir (Valtrex) or acyclovir (Zovirax), is sometimes given in combination with prednisone in people with severe facial palsy

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How is it treated?

Treatment for acute myeloid leukemia is vital. It varies with the patient and stage of the disease. Treatment options include

  • Pharmacologic Therapy. The most widely accepted treatment for Bell palsy is corticosteroid therapy.
  • Local Treatment.
  • Facial Nerve Decompression.
  • Subocularis Oculi Fat Lift.
  • Implants in Eyelid.
  • Tarsorrhaphy.
  • Muscle Transposition, Nerve Grafting, and Brow Lift.
  • Consultations and Monitoring.

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