Bell’s palsy, also known as facial palsy, is a sudden paralysis of one of the facial nerves that temporarily weakens or paralyzes the facial muscles. Bell’s palsy is caused by a pinched facial nerve, and people who have it may appear droopy on one side of their face, or occasionally both.
The exact cause of Bell’s palsy is unknown, but it is thought to be caused by swelling and inflammation of the nerves that control the muscles of the face, or it may be a reaction to a viral infection. For the majority of people, Bell’s palsy is temporary; symptoms typically start to improve within a few weeks, with full recovery occurring in about six months. However, a small percentage of people continue to experience Bell’s palsy symptoms for life. Rarely, Bell’s pals
Signs and symptoms
While the affected side of the face may feel numb, it is still possible to feel if it is touched. Bell’s palsy frequently manifests as a dull, aching pain around the jaw or in or behind the ear.
Signs and symptoms can vary in severity and can appear over a period of several hours or as long as two or three days.
· Asymmetrical smile
Inability to close the affected eye.
Affected side’s sensation is lessened
· Drooling
· Impaired taste
· Slurring of words
· Difficulty eating
The eyelid and forehead muscles on the side affected by the condition become weaker.
Lower rear output on the affected side
Affected ear’s hearing becomes more acutely sensitive.
Causes
Bell’s palsy is frequently associated with having a viral infection, despite the fact that the precise cause is unknown. Viruses that have been linked to Bell’s palsy include those that cause:
Herpes Simplex and cold sores in the genital area
Shingles and chicken pox-Herpes zoster
· Infectious mononulceosis-Epstein-Barr
· Cytomegalovirus infections
· Respiratory illness-Adenovirus
· German measles-Rubella
· Mumps-Mumps virus
· Flu-influenza virus
· Hand-foot-mouth disease –Coxsackievirus
HOMOEOPATHIC REMEDIES
There are many effective medicines available in homoeopathy for Bell’s palsy, but the choice depends on the patient’s individuality, taking into account mental and physical symtoms. Homoeopathy is a rapidly expanding system that is being used all over the world. Its strength lies in its evident effectiveness as it takes a holistic approach towards the sick individual through promotion of inner balance at mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical levels
ACONITUM NAPELLUS:Affected part feels cold, the entire face feels heavy, there is paralysis from exposure to cold air, tingling and numbness, neuralgia, especially on the left side, and restlessness.
ALLIUM CEPA:facial neuritis, facial paralysis, and facial paralysis.
CADMIUM SULPH:Speaking and swallowing are difficult, the affected side of the face has facial paralysis that causes the mouth to distort, the lips to swell, and the face feels crawly. The left side of the face has facial paralysis that is worsened by cold air.
CAUSTICUM:Bell’s palsy caused by the suppression of skin diseases. Chronic facial paralysis. Paralysis from exposure to cold air or getting wet. Paralysis of the right side, worsening opening the mouth.
GELSEMIUM SEMPERVIRENS:Facial paralysis, constricted facial muscles, particularly around the mouth, a drooping lower jaw, a sideways wag of the lower jaw, a hot, heavy, flushed, and smitten-appearing face, and facial neuralgia.
GRAPHITES:Talking difficulties, formication of the lips, and facial paralysis with muscle distortion.
HYPERICUM PERFORATUM:Tingling, numbness, or burning on the affected side; facial paralysis due to facial nerve damage.
IGNATIA:Face and lip twitching in response to emotional shocks. The ability to easily bite the inside of the cheeks while speaking or chewing. The buildup of acidic saliva in the mouth. Facial muscles that are distorted when trying to speak.
OPIUM:Face trembling and twitching, especially in the corners of the mouth, lower jaw hanging down, swollen, protruding lips, and facial paralysis are all symptoms.
SENEGA:The left side of my face is paralyzed, and my face is burning.
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