Patient's question:
Recently, when I wake up, I have a very bad headache and notice that my mouth is slightly crooked. I always drop my food when eating. My right hand and left foot can't move, my facial expression becomes stiff, and I often cry. After a thorough check-up at the hospital, the doctor said it's facial paralysis. What kind of help is needed: What are the symptoms of facial paralysis in the elderly?Doctor's answer:
Bell's palsy is a common disease characterized by dysfunction of the facial expression muscle group. It is a prevalent and frequently occurring condition that is not influenced by age or gender and tends to recur on one side. Common symptoms of recurrence include facial movement dysfunction, such as drooping mouth corners, crooked mouth and eyes, strange facial expressions, and stiffness. It is recommended to seek timely treatment. Wishing the patient a speedy recovery!