I was diagnosed with Bell's Palsy today (Mon 11/02/08) I first had symptoms on Saturday. I have read on various websites including the BP official website that the average length of symptoms is 2-4months. That would mean I MIGHT be back to normal by May or June...which seems soooooo far away. At the moment I have no pain, I just look very strange when I smile! 8-? BUT the symptoms are supposed to get more serious over the first 2 weeks! *gulp* My biggest worry is that I crap out on the odds and am the 1 out of ten that doesnt make such a "fast" recovery!! I have read posts on forums from people that are still suffering a year and even 2(!!) years on.
She has never had bells palsy
No. Bells Palsy is not a directly communicable disease. It may be caused by a virus, but the effect is not direct.
There are a number of different types of palsy. These include Cerebral Palsy, Bells Palsy, Bulbar Palsy, Erbs Palsy, etc. They all involve some form of paralyis and lesions on motor neurons. The most common or well known forms are Cerebral Palsy and Bells Palsy.
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Bell's palsy is not contagious, and no special precautions should be taken.
Avoiding Cereal Grain has not been proven to improve bells palsy. However b12 injections or tablets may help improve bells palsy it works on the neurolgical system.
Bells palsy
According to the Mayo Clinic, botox is not likely to cause Bells palsy. Some of the known causes of this disease include: cold sores, mononucleoisis, and German measles.
It is unlikely. Bell's Palsy really only affects the trigeminal and/or facial nerves of the face.
If you have Bell's palsy, you should consult your rheumatologist regarding the wisdom of taking Embrel. It may be safe, or not, depending on the likely underlying cause of the palsy.
The answer depends on your occupation. I have known nurses, physicians, surgeons, and politicians with Bell's palsy for whom there was no impact.