Bell's Palsy Symptoms and Treatment

The specific symptoms and treatment of Bell's palsy will vary from person to person. For example, symptoms can range in severity from mild weakness to total paralysis. Treatment options range from doing nothing to taking medications or trying other therapies.

Bell's Palsy Symptoms and Treatment: A Summary

Because the facial nerve has so many functions and is so complex, damage to the nerve or a disruption in its function can lead to many problems. Bell's palsy symptoms vary from person to person and range in severity from mild weakness to total paralysis.
 
Because Bell's palsy affects each individual differently, treatment is also individualized. Some cases are mild and do not require treatment, as the symptoms usually improve on their own within two weeks. For others, Bell's palsy treatment may include medications or other therapies.
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
 
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