Facial Nerve Palsy Flashcards
1
Q
What muscles in the face are affected by facial nerve palsy?
A
Muscles of facial expression
2
Q
What muscles of the ear are affected in facial nerve palsy?
A
Nerve to stapedius
3
Q
How is taste affected in facial nerve palsy?
A
Palsy of the nerve affecting the anterior 2/3 tongue
4
Q
How is tear production affected in facial nerve palsy?
A
Palsy of the parasympathetic fibres of the lacrimal gland
5
Q
In LMN is the forehead affected?
A
Yes
6
Q
In UMN is the forehead affected?
A
No
Upper spares upper
7
Q
What are the 4 things affected by facial nerve palsy?
A
Face
Ear
taste
Tear
8
Q
What can occur due to the effect of facial nerve palsy on the ear?
A
Hyperacusis
