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Bell's palsy
On 30th april he noticed something changed on his face while brushing the teeth patr we checked n found that his lips are moved and smile is changed little bit. He can eat, talk normally but face is turns one side also he can't taste from one side. We contacted doctor online (due to covid) she gave medicine for 10 days today is the 6th day yet no improvement and I'm warry. Pls advise.
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Dr. Abhijit Verma
Neurosurgeon
17 yrs exp
Jajpur
It's called bells palsy. With proper medication and face physiotherapy there can be recovery in 2 -4 wks. How much will it improve we cannot say, as depends on many factors.
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Dr. Amitabh Gupta
Neurosurgeon
26 yrs exp
Delhi
He needs treatment with medication.
So you need a prescription.
Consult for same. Thanks
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