Bell's Palsy Symptoms

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• QWhat are the symptoms of Bell's palsy?

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  A American Academy of Ophthalmology's EyeSmart answered

  You may notice that you cannot smile on one side of your face. Sometimes, patients with Bell’s palsy temporarily cannot close one eyelid completely, which may lead to eye irritation or the feeling of something stuck in the eye.

  People with Bell’s palsy may experience facial numbness, although their skin usually retains some sensation. Pain may occur either before the paralysis begins or as it develops. Other symptoms may include:

  • Decreased tear production
  • Blurriness in your vision
  • Diminished taste sensations
  • Distortions or discomfort in your hearing

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• QWhen do most people start to notice symptoms of Bell's palsy?

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  A Greenville Health System answered

  At first, most people notice pain behind one of their ears. A few hours to a few days later, they notice a sudden paralysis or weakness of one half of their face. Because Bell's palsy happens so quickly, doctors can often rule out other possible conditions, such as tumors, that take longer to produce symptoms. However, since other conditions like strokes also happen quickly, people who notice sudden facial paralysis should seek emergency medical treatment.
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