What Is Bell's Palsy?
9. Treatment
Bell’s palsy generally improves with time and spontaneous full recovery takes about 9 months. The symptoms usually improve without any treatment with the facial muscles regaining their normal strength and functions.
Treatments are symptomatic and aimed at helping to speed up the recovery process. Corticosteroids reduce inflammation, antiviral or antibiotic medications are prescribed if the cause is viral or bacterial, and painkillers such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen are used to relieve mild pain. Eye drops are essential for preventing eye dryness and ulcers. Some home remedies for Bell’s palsy include eye patches to prevent dryness, warm, moist towels over the affected side to relieve pain, facial massages, and facial exercises.
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