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Right side of face weak
Right side of my face is very weak. I cannot closr my eye lids. If i smile only my left side extends. Cannot close my right side lips. Is it paralysis? Can it be cured? Whom should i consult?
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Dr. Ameet Thakkar
General Physician
34 yrs exp
Mumbai
What you probably have is Bells Palsy. it usually is a viral infection and needs antiviral drugs and steroids. This does not progress to other parts of the body. It improves with facial exercises.
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