A 30-year-old man presents with sudden onset unilateral facial weakness. He is unable to close his left eye or wrinkle his left forehead. He is otherw...

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A 30-year-old man presents with sudden onset unilateral facial weakness. He is unable to close his left eye or wrinkle his left forehead. He is otherwise well. What is the most appropriate management if commenced within 72 hours of onset?

Accepted Answer

Oral Prednisolone

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Urgent CT Head

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Oral Aciclovir

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Referral to ENT

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Reassurance and eye care advice only

mrcgp akt MCQ (SBA): Bell's Palsy

A 30-year-old man presents with sudden onset unilateral facial weakness. He is unable to close his left eye or wrinkle his left forehead. He is otherwise well. What is the most appropriate management if commenced within 72 hours of onset?