Suggest Remedies For Bell's Palsy

Posted on Fri, 8 Dec 2017

Question: In March of 2017 I was diagnosed with Bells Palsey. Since then I have loss my sense of taste and smell. I'm currently being treated for a sinus infection and upper respitory infection. I,ve taken around of steriods and I'm on a second round of antibiatics. I'm Extremely tired and I get very winded easily. I feel awful all the time.I have a metalic taste in my mouth. I have a appointment with my allergist but not for two weeks. Any suggestions? I'm at the end of my rope. Thank you

Answered by Dr. Neeraj Kumar (8 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Take treatment as advised

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your concern.
Bells palsy leads to taste abnormality on affected half but bilateral taste and smell abnormalities seems to be due to sinus infection.
Some recovery will occur once infection is controlled.
You can take Methylcobalamin supplements.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Do get back to me for further information.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist

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