2023-07-13 03:43:20
Half crooked face (Bell’s Palsy), a disease close to the body
Department of Medicine by the Institute of Neurology warning signs of weakness Around half of the face, the face is crooked, the eyes are not completely closed, the mouth is crooked, and the corners of the mouth are watery. and may not speak clearly Abnormal taste sensation on the tongue, headache, tinnitus in one or both ears, difficulty drinking, and slurred speech. Caused by an abnormality of the 7th cranial nerve
On July 13, 2023 Dr. Wirawut Imsamran, Deputy Director-General of the Department of Medical Services Revealed that the symptom of the mouth is crooked or the face is half crooked (Bell’s palsy) is a condition in which the facial muscles are weakened on one side. or temporary paralysis It is a symptom that can occur with all genders and ages. It is caused by inflammation of the facial nerve. As a result, the face is crooked in half. It results from the facial nerve. or the 7th pair of cranial nerves, located on each side of the face, serves to support facial muscle movements such as smiling, frowning, or closing the eyes, as well as the taste sensation from the tongue. Inflammation affects taste, tear production and salivary glands. A crooked mouth is an immediate health problem. And usually occurs within 48 hours, the cause is still unknown. It may be associated with viral infections on the face, such as chicken pox and herpes. The risk factors for crooked face are those who are pregnant. not enough rest weak body and immune disorders
Dr. Tanin Vechapinan, director of Prasat Neurological Institute added that Hemispherical facial disease is a disease that can be cured by itself. It will recover within 3 weeks and will gradually get better. The doctor will diagnose from history taking. physical examination and nerve function test (EMG) treatment of crooked face is to administer steroid medication to reduce inflammation and physical therapy as well This will allow the patient to recover faster. Physical therapy, such as electrical nerve stimulation or facial massage Helps reduce muscle spasms and surgery. However, crooked lips or crooked face There is no clear way to prevent it. Because the cause is inflammation of the facial nerve that usually occurs quickly and severely, most patients recover within a week. Patients with this disease should cover the affected eye or wear sunglasses. together with the use of artificial tears And close your eyes when sleeping to reduce eye irritation, red eyes or corneal ulcers. Therefore, when the patient has a hemispherical face Should see a doctor to determine the cause of the symptoms. Because the result of the treatment will be effective if the treatment is started within 3 days.
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