Patient's question:
I have noticed that the muscles in my face are very stiff recently. What are the symptoms of facial paralysis? What are the early symptoms of facial paralysis?Doctor's answer:
Regarding the aforementioned issue. Bell's palsy primarily manifests as a collapse of facial and lateral expression muscles, with the disappearance of forehead wrinkles and a recurrence of drooping, curved mouth corners. During a slight smile, the mouth corners droop more noticeably, and the face appears sagging. The eyes may also be unable to close tightly, with the eyelids widening. When patients defecate, food often remains trapped in the gaps between their teeth and inner cheeks, making it easy for bacteria to grow, and saliva may frequently flow from that side. Sometimes, some patients may also experience involuntary tearing. If these symptoms reappear, seek timely treatment from a neurology department.