Bell's palsy has been linked to stress, although a precise cause has not been found. Conditions such as hypertension (high ...

The relation between peripheral facial nerve palsy (PFP) and swallowing dysfunction has never been studied systematically. Forty four patients with unilateral Bell's palsy (acute or chronic stages) ...

The incidence of peripheral facial nerve palsy in patients with multiple sclerosis is estimated at around 0.2%.1 However, the assessment may identify features suggestive of other brainstem dysfunction ...

A degenerative lesion of the facial nerve may be the most ... of patients with unilateral peripheral AFP with standardised diagnostics and treatment to estimate the time course of complete clinical ...

Teen Mom star Bristol Palin has admitted she's 'worried' after revealing a facial paralysis from a disorder ‘brought on by ...

Bell’s palsy, or acute peripheral facial palsy of unknown cause ... is caused by swelling and irritation of the nerve that controls the muscles on one side of the face. It can be caused by ...

Background: Reactivation of herpes simplex virus type 1 is thought to be a major cause of adult idiopathic peripheral facial paralysis or Bell's palsy. However, few studies have examined the ...

Electromyographic studies confirmed the presence of brachial plexopathy in these patients, indicating nerve involvement typical of PTS[1][2]. Another case report further emphasized the association ...

The Facial Paralysis and Rehabilitation Clinic treats a full range of facial nerve paralysis patients using the most advanced medical and surgical techniques. Our highly experienced staff includes ...

Imaging of the facial nerve has proved its usefulness to physicians in the evaluation of pathological conditions of this nerve. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the facial nerve should always ...

With protocols and enhanced rehabilitation techniques, the outlook for GBS patients grows brighter, underscoring the ...