All::Neurology::Diseases::Bell's palsy
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What is Bell's palsy?
an acute, unilateral, idiopathic, facial nerve paralysis of unknown aetiology
Bell's palsyWhen is the peak incidence of Bell's palsy?
20-40 years
Bell's palsyWhich patient group is Bell's palsy most common?
pregnant women
Bell's palsyHow can you differentiate between Bell's palsy and an upper motor neuron lesion?
upper motor neuron lesion 'spares' the forehead
Bell's palsyWhat are the symptoms of Bell's palsy?
paralysis, post-auricular pain (may precede paralysis), altered taste, dry eyes, hyperacusis
Bell's palsyWhat is the management of Bell's palsy?
prednisolone, antivirals for severe facial palsy, eye care
Bell's palsyWhen should steroids be given in Bell's palsy?
oral prednisolone within 72 hours of onset of Bell's palsy
Bell's palsyWhen would a Bell's palsy warrent an urgent ENT referral?
After 3 weeks of no improvement
Bell's palsyIf Bell's palsy is left untreated how many patients have permiant damage?
15%
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