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I had a facial palsy 3 months ago and the recovery is much slow?

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Dr. Peter Kurzweil answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Facial exercises..: Facial or bell's palsy is unfortunately quite common. Though most reverse entirely in several weeks, a significant number of cases leave some residual weakness (droopy eyelid, side of mouth, drool). I believe facial exercises, physical therapy may help. Cause probably viral inflamation (possibly herpes simplex). Must differentiate from stroke. Don't presume, see doc.

Answered 6/10/2012

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