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Facial paralysis
Alternative Names: Paralysis of the face Home Care: Treatment depends on the cause. Follow your health care provider's treatment recommendations. Sometimes steroids and acyclovir may be given depending on the cause. Text Continues Below If the eye cannot be fully closed, the cornea must be protected from drying out with prescription eye drops or gel. Call your health care provider if: There is any facial paralysis. If it is accompanied by a severe headache, seizure, or blindness it may be an emergency situation! The muscles in the body are involved. What to expect at your health care provider's office: The medical history will be obtained and a physical examination performed. Medical history questions you may be asked include: Are both sides of the face affected? Is there any recent history of illness or injury? What other symptoms are also present? Is there a facial droop? Is there drooling? Are there excessive tears from one eye? Are there headaches? Are there seizures? Are there any vision problems? Is there weakness or paralysis elsewhere in the body? The physical examination will include a detailed neurological examination. Diagnostic tests that may be performed include: Blood studies such as a blood sugar, CBC, ESR, Lyme test MRI of the head CT scan of the head Electromyography INTERVENTION Arrangements may be made for physical therapy, speech therapy, or occupational therapy, if appropriate. Page:  1 | 2 | Next >>