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ArticleCureus2024

Exploring Non-invasive Therapies for Bell's Palsy: A Case Report.

Prem A Sawarbandhe, Swapnil Mohod, Mahek R Batra, Arshjot S Basra

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Article in Cureus, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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5 · Who and what money

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4 authors.

Prem A SawarbandheOral Medicine and Radiology, Sharad Pawar Dental College and Hospital, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND.
Swapnil MohodOral Medicine and Radiology, Sharad Pawar Dental College and Hospital, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND.
Mahek R BatraOral Medicine and Radiology, Sharad Pawar Dental College and Hospital, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND.
Arshjot S BasraOral Medicine and Radiology, Sharad Pawar Dental College and Hospital, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Unknown in origin, Bell's palsy is a common acute facial nerve paralysis that is usually characterized by unilateral facial weakening or paralysis. People of all ages are affected by this illness, which peaks in the fourth decade of life. Although the precise etiology is yet unknown, viral infections - particularly type 1 herpes simplex virus - are frequently linked to the problem. Based on the evidence of abrupt onset facial weakness and the elimination of other neurological diseases, the diagnosis is essentially clinical. The goals of management techniques are to lessen related symptoms, encourage nerve regeneration, and lessen inflammation. Corticosteroids, antiviral drugs, physical therapy, and supportive measures are available as treatment alternatives. The majority of patients experience spontaneous recovery within weeks to months, and the prognosis is generally excellent. Nonetheless, a portion may experience long-term consequences, highlighting the significance of individualized follow-up care. Bell's palsy is succinctly summarized in this abstract to aid in better comprehension and well-informed clinical practice decision-making.

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bells palsycorticosteroid treatmentdiagnosis and management of facial painfacial asymmetryfacial nerve paralysis

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PMID39055433
PMCPMC11272154

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