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Bell's palsy is a disorder caused by damage to cranial nerve VII, involving sudden facial drooping and decreased ability to move the face.
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Symptoms
Symptoms usually start suddenly, and range from mild to severe. They may include: Twitching in face; Weakness in face; ...
Causes
Bell's palsy is a form of cranial mononeuropathy VII, and it is the most common type of this nerve damage. Bell's palsy...
Tests
Examination shows weakness in the upper and lower part of the face, usually on just one side. Weakness may affect the f...
Treatments
In many cases, no treatment is necessary. The goal of treatment is to relieve the symptoms. Corticosteroids or antivira...
Complications
Disfigurement from loss of facial movement; Damage to the eye (corneal ulcers and infections; Chronic spasm of face mus...
Prevention
Use of safety measures may reduce the incidence of head injury. Many of the other factors associated with this disorder...
Doctor Specialties
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if facial drooping or other symptoms of Bell's palsy occur. Only...
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