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When thinking of facial paralysis, most people think there are always clear signs of a problem. However, there are several conditions which can present with common symptoms that are not immediately noticeable. You know your face better than anybody, so the best approach is trust your instincts and consult with a specialist. Common symptoms are… Continue reading

Do you have symptoms that may point towards facial paralysis? Signs may include unusual tightness in the face, twitching, a noticeable droop, or facial anatomy that has become asymmetric. Determining what is causing these symptoms is the first important step towards finding relief. You may be suffering from facial inflammation, infection, or an undiagnosed health… Continue reading

Flaccid paralysis is a condition that occurs when the facial muscles weaken due to injury or damage to the facial nerve or muscles. Those affected by this condition lose all movement in the face, making flaccid paralysis a very difficult situation to live with. Common symptoms of flaccid paralysis are: reduced muscle tone (from the… Continue reading

With facial paralysis being a dominant symptom of both Bell’s palsy and stroke, knowing the difference between these two medical conditions can save your life. Bell’s Palsy Bell’s palsy is a form of facial paralysis that affects the seventh cranial nerve, located in the skull and traveling beneath the ear to muscles on either side… Continue reading

If 2020 taught us anything, it is that stress can wreak havoc on our lives. Stress is a powerful reaction to stimuli around the body. Job loss, financial problems, medical concerns, and fear of the future can put untold amounts of stress on our bodies. In 2020, sadly, the suicide rate among Americans sky-rocketed as… Continue reading

Pseudobulbar palsy is a medical condition wherein the affected individual is unable to control facial movements. Pseudobulbar palsy is medically characterized as a disease because there is no cure for the condition. Treatment for the condition focuses on treating the underlying causes of the disease and managing the symptoms. Pseudobulbar palsy is a disheartening condition… Continue reading

Your face is your most recognizable feature, and if facial paralysis occurs, it is a devastating condition with functional and esthetic effects resulting in profound quality-of-life impairment. Facial paralysis or palsy is the loss of facial movement resulting from inflammation, injury, infection, or absence of the facial nerve or facial musculature. This condition can affect… Continue reading

A congenital disorder is a condition that exists at or before birth, regardless of cause. Congenital facial paralysis can affect children starting at birth, having a significant impact on a child’s life. While there are the obvious physical side effects of this condition, children will also face emotional issues associated with facial paralysis that can… Continue reading

The ability to smile is something that most of us take for granted. We don’t truly understand how important it is for us to be able to express ourselves until that ability is taken away. Facial paralysis often causes people to lose the ability to smile or express themselves through facial expressions. Facial paralysis is… Continue reading