Bell's palsy. Ensuring the best possible outcome.

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Journal Article (Review)

Bell's palsy is thought to be an idiopathic polyneuritis and must be distinguished from other disorders that cause facial weakness. In most cases, differentiation can be accomplished on the basis of the history, physical examination, and clinical course. Routine follow-up care ensures that recovery is occurring. Electrodiagnostic testing often helps to assess prognosis. Eye care and corticosteroid therapy are recommended.

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Duke Authors

Massey, Edward Wayne
Morgenlander, Joel Charles

Cited Authors

Morgenlander, JC; Massey, EW

Published Date

October 1990

Published In

Postgraduate Medicine

Volume / Issue

88 / 5

Start / End Page

157 - 164

PubMed ID

2216975

Pubmed Central ID

2216975

International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)

0032-5481

Language

Conference Location

England