
#461: Facial Nerve Follies: Understanding Bell's Palsy
The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast
Differential Diagnosis of Facial Nerve Palsy
This chapter focuses on the differential diagnosis of peripheral facial nerve palsy, emphasizing the distinction between Bell's palsy and other serious conditions like stroke. It outlines diagnostic approaches, including the importance of clinical history, examinations, and imaging, while discussing treatment strategies and supportive management for patients. The chapter further explores complications like synkinesis and persistent pain, recommending a patient-centered approach to improve outcomes.
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