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Bell's Palsy%u2022 Acute peripheral facial nerve palsy of unknown causeDefinition:%u2022 Sudden onset unilateral facial weakness%u2022 May have hyperacusis, altered taste, or decreased tearingPresentation:%u2022 Corticosteroids within 72 hours of onset%u2022 Eye protection (artificial tears, eye patch)%u2022 Consider antiviral therapy if severe or complete paralysisManagement:This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed under CC BY-SA

