Background Inflammation and oedema of the facial nerve are implicated in causing Bell's
palsy. Corticosteroids have a potent anti‐inflammatory action that should minimise nerve …

Background Corticosteroids are widely used in the treatment of idiopathic facial paralysis
(Bell's palsy), but the effectiveness of additional treatment with an antiviral agent is …

Objective To determine whether steroids plus antivirals provide a better degree of facial
muscle recovery in patients with Bell's palsy than steroids alone. Design Meta-analysis. Data …

Physical therapy for Bell's palsy (idiopathic facial paralysis) - Teixeira, LJ - 2011 | Cochrane
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Context New evidence has emerged regarding the use of corticosteroids and antiviral
agents in Bell palsy. Objective To estimate the association of corticosteroids and antiviral …

Aciclovir or valaciclovir for Bell's palsy (idiopathic facial paralysis) - Allen, D - 2004 | Cochrane
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Abstract Purpose of Review: Bell's palsy is a common outpatient problem, and while the
diagnosis is usually straightforward, a number of diagnostic pitfalls can occur, and a lengthy …

Antiviral treatment for Bell's palsy (idiopathic facial paralysis) - Lockhart, P - 2009 | Cochrane
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Background Corticosteroids and antiviral agents are widely used to treat the early stages of
idiopathic facial paralysis (ie, Bell's palsy), but their effectiveness is uncertain. Methods We …

Background Bell's palsy or idiopathic facial palsy is an acute facial paralysis due to
inflammation of the facial nerve. A number of studies published in China have suggested …