Question

A 28-year-old presents with sudden onset left-sided facial droop, inability to close his eye, and loss of forehead wrinkling on the same side. This is consistent with Bell's palsy. According to UK guidance, what is the recommended initial treatment?

Accepted Answer

Oral prednisolone within 72 hours of onset

Answer

No treatment required

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Antiviral therapy alone (e.g., acyclovir)

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Surgical nerve decompression

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Eye patch only at night

Practice question

A 28-year-old presents with sudden onset left-sided facial droop, inability to close his eye, and loss of forehead wrinkling on the same side. This is consistent with Bell's palsy. According to UK guidance, what is the recommended initial treatment?