title: Bell's palsy.
abstract: Idiopathic facial (Bell's) palsy is an affliction commonly seen and managed by the family physician. Although the prognosis is generally good, steroids and cromolyn sodium have each been advocated to enhance full recovery. Surgical exploration of the nerve is indicated when the diagnosis is unclear. Various measures may be necessary to protect the eye.
authors.affiliation: Ohio State University Hospital, College of Medicine, Columbus.
authors.forename: R G
authors.initials: RG
authors.lastname: Ohye
authors.forename: E A
authors.initials: EA
authors.lastname: Altenberger
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D004205:Cromolyn Sodium / Q000627:therapeutic use; D005158:Facial Paralysis / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D011241:Prednisone / Q000627:therapeutic use
chemical_list: D004205:Cromolyn Sodium; D011241:Prednisone