Face Flashcards
1
Q
Where does the facial nerve arise?
A
pons
2
Q
How can Bell’s palsy be differentiated from an UMN causing facial palsy?
A
UMN spares forehead as it has bilateral innervation whereas Bell’s palsy is LMN so it involves the forehead
3
Q
How is Bell’s palsy managed?
A
oral steroids if presenting within 72hrs
4
Q
How does Ramsay Hunt present?
A
vesicles on ear ear pain facial palsy vertigo hyperacusis tinnitus
5
Q
How is Ramsay Hunt managed?
A
prednisolone + aciclovir
