Bell's palsy

Complications of Cerebral Palsy Cerebral palsy complications are attributed to the neural impairments that characterize the condition. The impairment in the oral-motor function in cerebral palsy can result in difficulties in feeding due to impaired swallowing, coordination of the muscles in the mouth and oropharyngeal dysfunction can contribute to malnutrition in patients with cerebral palsy. Difficulties in controlling saliva, gastroesophageal reflux can result in aspiration, development of…

A Brief overview of Cerebral Palsy and how it can be classified Cerebral Palsy or CP, is a neurological disability that affects movement, coordination and posture. ‘Cerebral’ refers to the brain and ‘palsy’ refers to a lack of muscle control. CP is a permanent life-long condition caused by damage to the developing brain either during pregnancy, shortly after birth or during a child’s first year of life. CP can affect people in very different ways including their movement, muscle control,…

the chosen disability. Cerebral palsy is an umbrella term that refers to a range of disabilities that cause permanent damage to the brain (Better health channel, 2016). As a result of this children’s movement and muscle control are affected (cerebral palsy alliance, 2016). Cerebral palsy effects children in many ways, some children it effects their ability to move, balance, communicate as well as effecting the way they eat, sleep, learn and play (cerebral palsy alliance, 2016). The level of…

the emergency room. The ER physician ran a series of tests on Matt until he came to a diagnosis. What are possible differential diagnoses that the physician would rule out? How would you tell the difference between a patient having a stroke and Bell’s palsy? What causes these conditions and what cranial nerve(s) do these conditions affect (including their branches)? What muscles of facial expression are affected (name the muscles and the facial expression(s) that would be altered, i.e.,…

Mama. Passion From an Early Age Since she was a young child, Annette had a calling for the medical field. It wasn't until she came down with Bell's Palsy at the age of 21 that she realized her calling was for Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), including acupuncture. A combination of Chinese Herbs and only two sessions of acupuncture cured her Bell's Palsy and confirmed her passion. She now brings that passion to every session she has with her clients to ensure they receive the best care…

By Jonas Wilson, Ing. Med. Surgical Options for Facial Palsy Facial nerve palsy arises due to damage to the seventh cranial nerve, which is known as the facial nerve. This damage may be due to injury, inflammation, infection, trauma or tumors. The resulting clinical presentation is drooping of the face or weakness of the facial muscles that may be uni- or bilateral. Managing facial nerve palsy may necessitate the use of pharmacotherapy, surgery and physiotherapy. There are numerous surgical…

This has resulted in many parents becoming skeptical about vaccinations; and with good reason. The polio vaccine can increase a child’s chance of developing Autism. The Hepatitis B vaccine can increase the likelihood of developing Bell’s Palsy (Alp, Tan, and Orbak). Vaccines can also cause a lot of negative side effects, from slight discomfort to major illness (Link). There is a long list of vaccines that are mandatory for children to have, prior to entering into school, but due to religious…

The official definition of outpatient primary diagnosis is "the diagnosis that was primarily the most serious and/or resource-intensive during the initial encounter". What I take this to mean is let's take me for example: I have two major issues currently going on health wise. I am currently suffering from liver failure and I am extremely jaundiced. Last night I went to the hospital because I lost total movement on the right side of my face. My primary diagnosis in this instance was the facial…

Parkinson’s Disease: It is a genetic disorder that affects the central nervous system.This diseases’ common symptom is stiffness in the the body. People may experience trouble walking and moving. It often starts with tremors. It can also affect the voice and the eyesight. The self care way to help with this disease is to exercise and loosen up the body. Some medications include anti-tremor and a dopamine promoter. The anti-tremor works to stop and prevent tremors. Dopamine promoter is a…

benefits of steroids are talked about next. Medical Benefits of Steroids The various medical benefits of steroidsare as follows: Steroids are extensively used in the treatment of muscle wasting diseases like cancer. Steroids have treated Bell’s palsy with significant…