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Bell's Palsy Treatment in New Delhi

Expert diagnosis and personalized treatment by a DrNB Neurology specialist.

Overview

Bell's palsy is sudden weakness or paralysis of one side of the face, caused by inflammation of the facial nerve. It often appears overnight and can be alarming, but with prompt treatment most patients recover completely.

Starting steroid treatment within 72 hours, careful eye protection and structured facial exercises offer the best chance of full recovery. A neurologist's role is to confirm the diagnosis and rule out stroke or other serious causes that can mimic Bell's palsy.

Symptoms

Drooping of one side of the face
Inability to close one eye
Drooling from one corner of the mouth
Loss of taste on part of the tongue
Sensitivity to sound in one ear
Pain behind the ear before weakness
Difficulty smiling on one side
Excess tearing or dryness of the eye

Causes

Viral Infection

Reactivation of herpes simplex virus is the leading theory.

Post-Viral Inflammation

Swelling within the bony canal of the facial nerve.

Diabetes

Increases risk and may slow recovery.

Pregnancy

Higher incidence in the third trimester and early postpartum.

Cold Exposure

Often reported as a trigger by patients.

Autoimmune Factors

Believed to contribute in some cases.

How Dr. Sudheer Treats This

Diagnosis

Detailed clinical examination plus targeted tests (MRI, EEG, blood work) to reach an accurate diagnosis.

Treatment Plan

Personalised medication, lifestyle guidance and referrals, explained in plain language.

Follow-up Care

Structured review visits to optimise outcomes and adjust treatment as you progress.

Seek immediate consultation if you experience:

  • Weakness of arm or leg with facial weakness — suggests stroke
  • Gradual onset over weeks rather than hours
  • Recurrent or bilateral facial weakness
  • Rash near the ear (Ramsay Hunt)

Frequently Asked Questions

No, but the two can look similar to non-experts. A neurologist can quickly distinguish them — a true Bell's palsy affects the whole half of the face including the forehead, while stroke usually spares it.

About 70–80% of patients recover completely, especially when steroids are started early. Recovery typically takes weeks to a few months.

Lubricating drops by day, ointment and a patch at night are essential to prevent corneal damage until blink returns.

Recurrence is uncommon but possible, and warrants further evaluation when it occurs.

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