#461: Facial Nerve Follies: Understanding Bell's Palsy

A Bell-Ringer of a PresentationIs it a stroke or is it botox? No, it’s Bell’s palsy! Learn how to differentiate facial palsy from other sinister diagnoses. Join us as Dr. Jordan Amar (Assistant Professor of Clinical Neurology at USC Keck School of Medicine) gives us Bell’s palsy pointers (and a great mnemonic, if there is such a thing).Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org!Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CMEShow Segments Introduction Rapid fire questions and Reflex Hammers Case #1: Ms. Melanie Framework for Bell's Palsy Bell's Palsy vs Stroke: How to Differentiate  Approach to History and Physical Exam  Case #2: Mr. Lopez Red Flags in Facial Palsy (GROWLS FACE) Workup: From Imaging to Labs and What Not to Do Treatment: The Role of Steroids and Antivirals Supportive Care, Complications and Prognosis Take-Home Points Outro Credits Producer and Writer: Isabel Valdez, PA-C  Show Notes: Paul Wurtz MD, Ben Furman MPH MS3, Isabel Valdez, PA-C Infographic and Cover Art: Zoya Surani, MS2 Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP    Reviewer: Leah Witt, MD Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: PodPaste Guest: Jordan Amar, MD Sponsor: Beginly HealthReady to take control of your job search? Visit beginlyhealth.com/curbsiders to get startedSponsor: OpenEvidence If you haven't tried it out yet check it out, it will save you time and help you make better decisions go to openevidence.com/curbsidersSponsor: FreedYou can try Freed for free right now by going to freed.ai. And listeners of Curbsiders can use code CURB50 for $50 off their first month.