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Bell’s palsy is a form of facial paralysis resulting from a dysfunction of the cranial nerve VII (the facial nerve) causing an inability to control facial muscles on the affected side . It can occur when the nerve that controls your facial muscles becomes inflamed, swollen, or compressed.
The condition causes one side of your face to droop or become stiff. You may have difficulty smiling or closing your eye on the affected side. In most cases, Bell’s palsy is temporary and symptoms usually go away after a few weeks. Although Bell’s palsy can occur at any age, the condition is more common among people between ages 16 and 60.
Causes of Bell’s Palsy
Bell’s palsy occurs when the seventh cranial nerve becomes swollen or compressed, resulting in facial weakness or paralysis. The exact cause of this damage is unknown
The viruses that have been linked to the development of Bell’s palsy include:
- Herpes simplex which causes cold sores and genital herpes
- HIV, which damages the immune system
- Sarcoidosis, which causes organ inflammation
- Herpes zoster virus, which causes chickenpox and shingles
- Epstein-Barr virus, which causes mononucleosis
Symptoms of Bell’s Palsy
The symptoms of Bell’s palsy can develop one to two weeks after cold, ear infection, or eye infection. They usually appear abruptly, and you may notice them when you wake up in the morning or when you try to eat or drink.
Bell’s palsy is marked by a droopy appearance on one side of the face and the inability to open or close your eye on the affected side. In rare cases, Bell’s palsy may affect both sides of your face.
Other signs and symptoms of Bell’s palsy include:
- Drooling
- Difficulty eating and drinking
- An inability to make facial expressions, such as smiling or frowning
- Facial weakness
- Muscle twitches in the face
- Dry eye and mouth
- Headache
- Sensitivity to sound
Diagnosis of Bell’s Palsy
Blood tests to check for the presence of a bacterial or viral infection.
MRI
CT SCAN
Homeopathy Treatment of Bell’s Palsy
Bells palsy usually resolve within 4 -8 weeks , usually such cases do not require much of treatment. In stubborn cases which extend beyond 6-8 weeks homeopathy aids in the recovery of the patient safely and surely whereas in such cases modern medicine has no scope where the constant use of steroids can result in developing a lot of side effects without much improvement of the condition.
- Causticum
- Cocculus
- Cadmium
- Agaricus
- Dulcamara
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Bell’s palsy treatment in Mumbai at Welling Homeopathy
If you are looking for Bell’s palsy treatment in Mumbai, you can consult Dr. Sourabh Welling, M.D., and the senior specialists of Welling Homeopathy at our Mumbai clinics, or consult online from anywhere in India and abroad. Our doctors begin with a detailed case-taking so that your treatment is custom-made for you. See the Contact page for current clinic addresses and hours, or call +91 8080 850 950.
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Frequently asked questions about Bell's palsy
1. What is Bell’s palsy?
Bell’s palsy is a sudden weakness or drooping of one side of the face caused by inflammation of the facial nerve. It is usually temporary.
2. How is Bell’s palsy different from a stroke?
In Bell’s palsy the whole side of the face, including the forehead, is affected. A stroke more often spares the forehead and may cause arm or leg weakness or speech trouble. Sudden facial drooping needs urgent medical assessment to rule out a stroke.
3. How long does recovery take?
Many people begin improving within two to three weeks and most recover fully within about three to six months, though some take longer or have lasting weakness.
4. Does Bell’s palsy need medical treatment?
Steroids, and sometimes antiviral medicines, started within about 72 hours of onset can improve recovery, so see a doctor quickly. Homeopathic care is offered as support alongside this.
5. How do I protect my eye?
If the eye does not close fully, use lubricating drops, tape the eyelid shut at night as advised, and wear glasses outdoors to protect it from dryness and dust.
6. Do facial exercises help?
Gentle facial exercises, warm compresses and massage as advised by a physiotherapist can help muscle tone while the nerve recovers. Avoid forceful exercises early on.
7. Can Bell’s palsy come back?
It recurs in a minority of people. Report any new facial weakness to your doctor promptly.
