Bells Palsy

Question 1

Define Bell’s Palsy

Answer 1

It is the acute unilateral idiopathic facial nerve paralysis

It peaks ages 20-40

commoner in pregnant woman

Question 2

Presentation of Bell’s Palsy

Answer 2

Lower motor neuron facial nerve palsy - forehead affected

Upper motor neuron lesion - forehead is spared

Question 3

Treating Bell’s Palsy

Answer 3

Predinisolone for patients within 72hrs of onset

eye care is important - artificial tears and eye lubricants should be considered