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Unraveling Bell's Palsy: Exploring HSV's Role and Facial Therapy's Impact on Aberrant Reinnervation and Synkinesis.
Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery 2024 Februrary
INTRODUCTION: Bell's Palsy, a disorder characterized by the abrupt onset of facial paralysis, has a significant impact on individuals globally. The precise contribution of the Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) to its aetiology remains uncertain. The present study investigates the correlation between Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) and Bell's Palsy, as well as evaluates the effectiveness of specialized facial therapy in its treatment.
METHODOLOGY: A five-year longitudinal study was conducted at a tertiary care centre, with a sample of 100 patients diagnosed with Bell's Palsy, ranging in age from 18 to 65 years. The participants were divided into two groups: one receiving normal treatment and the other receiving specialized facial therapy. The assessments included HSV testing, the House-Brackmann scale for evaluating facial nerve function, the Facial Clinimetric Evaluation (FaCE) scale for assessing quality of life, and measures of patient satisfaction.
FINDINGS: The findings of the study revealed evidence supporting a robust association between HSV and the severity of Bell's Palsy. Significantly, individuals who underwent specialized facial therapy exhibited significant enhancements in facial nerve function, a decrease in synkinesis episodes, and better scores suggesting improved quality of life compared to those who received standard care. Additionally, this particular cohort also confirmed a noteworthy rise in patient satisfaction.
CONCLUSION: This study indicates the potential association between HSV and Bell's Palsy while emphasizing the advantages of facial therapy. The above findings are of great significance; however, additional research is required in order to develop more precise ways of managing Bell's Palsy.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s12070-023-04275-2.
METHODOLOGY: A five-year longitudinal study was conducted at a tertiary care centre, with a sample of 100 patients diagnosed with Bell's Palsy, ranging in age from 18 to 65 years. The participants were divided into two groups: one receiving normal treatment and the other receiving specialized facial therapy. The assessments included HSV testing, the House-Brackmann scale for evaluating facial nerve function, the Facial Clinimetric Evaluation (FaCE) scale for assessing quality of life, and measures of patient satisfaction.
FINDINGS: The findings of the study revealed evidence supporting a robust association between HSV and the severity of Bell's Palsy. Significantly, individuals who underwent specialized facial therapy exhibited significant enhancements in facial nerve function, a decrease in synkinesis episodes, and better scores suggesting improved quality of life compared to those who received standard care. Additionally, this particular cohort also confirmed a noteworthy rise in patient satisfaction.
CONCLUSION: This study indicates the potential association between HSV and Bell's Palsy while emphasizing the advantages of facial therapy. The above findings are of great significance; however, additional research is required in order to develop more precise ways of managing Bell's Palsy.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s12070-023-04275-2.
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