Bell's Palsy and my First 48 hours: The Important Facts
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- Опубликовано: 1 окт 2016
- Over the weekend I developed the nervous issue called "Bell's Palsy". This is where one side of your face becomes unresponsive. Getting to the doctor to get checked is the most important part of this process.
I want to raise awareness because this happens to 40,000 a year and a lot go untreated for days or weeks. That can slow down the healing process.
This video is mostly for me. It reminds me of the issue and how I looked when I regain functionality to the left side of my face (there is a 1% chance of this being permanent, but a great chance of recovery because I caught it early.
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24 hours in , diagnosed last night , thank the lord it wasn’t a stroke , recovery time . Pray that we all heal quickly .
Good Luck. Keep on doing what you're doing. I can tell you how therapeutic it is to look at this video and see where I was 2 years ago...
How are you now?
Kushal Chakraborty better , wayyy better , no noticeable paralysis in the face . It does get tight from time to time .
@@Chopped_cheese great to hear!
Let's hope all the patients suffering now heal fast
For how much time it stayed though?
Just got out of the hospital yesterday, diagnosed with bells palsy. Praying for all of us a speedy recovery 🙏 ❤️
Hi Olga… I hot Bell’s palsy 26 hours ago. How did you heal?
I was just diagnosed with Bell's Palsy 48 hours ago. I have it on my right side. It is great to know I am not alone in this. It feels terrible. Thank you for your video.
How are you now? I just got diagnosed yesterday. Just really a scary thing to go through!
are zou better now ?@@Ginamayy
How are you now?
@@GinamayyHow are you doing now? I hope it's better.
ppl please give us more data about the time you are diagnosed with BP (age, gender, weight, health history, therapy/treatment you got for Bell's P. and how much it took for symptoms to go away
Had this at 22 (I am 52 now) I was alone and it scared me to death. Took about 6 months to get fully better with doctors help. God bless anyone with this. 🙏
I’ve had this since I turn 12. It was so hard then. Thank goodness more people are more informative and supportive. My only advice is to never forget who you are at heart.
@A Place For Gratitude what vaccines are you talking about?
Do you still have bells palsy?
I’m 18 and I just got diagnosed with Bell’s palsy yesterday, I hope and pray that all of us make a speedy recovery
My sister have bells palsy
Did any doctor recommended massage the effected side up towards the ear and hair line never down always up?.
Came down with Bell's Palsy last week, I had previously had it when I was 41. At that time I think it lasted about 2 months. I have it again and I am now 72. It's a little unbelievable that my body can do this. Yet I know my body will regenerate it self. I talk to my face letting it know it's doing great.I try never to feed my mind or body negative information because it listens... Take loving care of your self.
I got this when I was 9 and it has come back just this morning. I don’t want to be made fun of again. But you helped me to feel not alone.
Sorry to hear it came back. Anyone that makes fun of it is not a friend. But more important: Own It.
Been there, i was in middle school but it feels worse now
Your not alone.we are.here.for.you✝️🙏💋🌹🌸
I'm diagnose of bell palsy a week ago. my doctor tell me all the negative news and only one positive, telling me it doesn't kill the patient
Ashton Clemmons my name, is DOLORES. I am 83 yrs and on SEPT 17 I LOOKED IN THE MIRROR AND WAS SHOCKED. I THOUGHT I HAD A STROKR. BUT THANK GOD I DIDNT but it was Bells Pasley. I had never heard tell of I went to the ER. MY FACE WAS ALL L CROOKED AND PARALYZED. BUT NOW ITS NOW. OCT 9 TH AND MY FACE IS FINE BUT I HURT IN THE DIDE OF MY NECK AND EAR AT TIMES BUT IM BELIEVING FOR COMPLETE HEALING. THEY ONLY GAVE ME A WEEKS MEDICINE. 3 DIFFERENT KINDS. SO I AUME THAT WAS ENOUGH??
I also got diagnosed with bells palsy 48 hours ago. I was actually vacationing with my wife in Honduras. A day before I found out I had bells palsy I also felt everything I was eating tasting kinda off, I didn't put much thought to it tho. I also felt my rigth side of my face a numb sensation in my jaws, but I was ok. The next morning I woke up and went to brush my teeth when I notice whenever I hold water in my mouth all the water would come out of my rigth lips sides. I didn't know what was going on...I thought the toothpaste numb my mouth or something. I didn't put much thought to it tho, until my wife later saw my face and notice my expressions. She notice my rigth eye was not blinking and I was only smiling in one side. My wife actually started to freak out and she then started to freak me out. I thought I was having a stroke or a heart attack.... My wife took me to the hospital to see what was happening to me and well here I am.
All I can say is that keep it positive we all will recover from this, get face therapy and practice your face movement to speed up the recovery. We can get all better soon, thank you for sharing your bells palsy story with all of us. It really helps me and other suffering from this. Thank you!😁
Its been less than 24hrs since I've been diagnosed. I was so scared thinking it could have been a stroke, then still got scared when I found out its Bell's Palsy. This video really cheered me up, thank you for your positivity - its contagious. Let's all recover together!!! 🎉
how is your recovery going?
I have a family member going through this and this video made him feel a lot better. Thank you.
I am going on one year of right side Bells Palsy. it goes from mild to extreme, I am thankful it's not a stroke. I do have a small tumor in my right ear I lose hearing off and on. I pray everyone with this will be healed soon.
Sorry to hear. Hopefully the tumor can be removed so things can clear up. Thoughts going your way!
Simone Labelle I'm so sorry simone I got it too....I'm so scared
just had it 2 weeks ago im under going PT other day with medicine ang for 14 days doing injection of vit b12. no improvement yet but im trying to live with it, I just oray that it will still improve even when im already 57 y.o. sad
I had shingles palsy came in the middle of it.i still have palsy..fouR to six weeks.most of the paralase is gone.still much pain.my doctor said nothing about exercise only gave me predisone and lyrica.i tried a tens unit at a low. Helped
@@boyetaquino
When you got Bell's palsy did you lose your balance and feel very dizzy?
Going through it currently. About to go to ER. Noticed it yesterday. Hoping you recovered completely.
Any updates on u? Are u recovered?
I also had a mri and was cleared of stroke thank God
I got it in 2015 and I never fully recovered. I still deal with ear pain when I laugh out loud or with loud noises. I still cannot raise my left eyebrow on my own and I still have problems with my left eye when i speak or eat. I do have my smile back but i still feel nerves on left side tugging & twitching. I only had enough money for the first doctor visit after I got out of the hospital. Thank the Lord it was not a stroke. I was given a weeks worth of steroids for pain in the beginning and that was all I had done for myself so I know that is why I still have problems so please If you can, keep going to doc till it is resolved.
My mother has had Bell’s palsy since 2014. She tried everything but nothing helped. Mama got super depressed about it but we just kept reminding her that she was still just as beautiful as ever.
Man, I can't believe your positive outlook and you, my dear, are one unique individual. Thank you so much for sharing this!
Thanks! Tell your friends!
Just got diagnosed a week and a half ago. My mother had it 24 years ago in her case she had spinal tap done MRI and CT Scan tons of blood work done and two nights in the hospital. My brother younger than me suffer it 16 years ago it wasn’t as traumatic as my moms. I was only in the ER for 6 hours was released with antiviral and prednisone eye creams and artificial tears. It’s pretty scary at first I thought it was worse since 6 years ago I had a subarachnoid hemorrhage and was thinking I was another one. I pray that all of us with neurological conditions healed for our family’s sake. Stay strong to all ❤🙏🏽🙏🏽
I had it for 6months and almost lost my military career because of it. The doctors ran ever test they can think of and come to find out I had Lime Disease undiagnosed for over 2 years. Was an extremely scary experience. Hope everything works out for you and it don't take long to come back🙏
What? They kicked you out because of this??
Did you face come back?
Have you tried cats claw?
I got diagnosed with ths 3 weeks ago. It's slowly getting better. Not fast enough for me though. Thank you for your video I am sure it's helping people.
i just got bells palsy last week and the meds seem to be working but my major thing is im glad im not the only one with this hey thank you from making me feel better
Glad I could help. #Thanks for the comment!
Did it go away?? It’s my 3rd day my eye won’t close, 5th day of numb tongue & 2nd day of facial paralysis 😣
@@MissEddieBlueKawaiiKrafts keep training your eyes if you have to use your hands to shut em slowly it’s like your retraining your body how to work right again & use eye drops don’t want to let your eyes dry out I hope you can recover🙏🏽
Thank you for posting this x
Everyone here looked for this, nah I just got it recommended out of nowhere, never searched for it on my phone, respect for making a video on it though
Hey Gee, thanks for sharing ... I just diagnosed with BP less than 48 hours ago; I saw the doctor and was prescribed some medications ... pray for speedy recovery 🙏🥴
I was just diagnosed last night, scariest experience of my life being treated as a stroke patient. Thank you for this!
Thanks for sharing your experience. I'm hoping for a speedy and full recovery and all my very best wishes to you.
Prayers for a quick recovery
3 days in.. thanks for being so positive, it's giving me hope!
Thank you so much for your video. I just got diagnosed two days ago and I can’t lie I’m beyond terrified but seeing how calm you are gives me hope and a great outlook for beating this. I got mine from having severe eye allergies combined with a sinus infection and woke up from a quick nap with it. Stay strong to others out there suffering from it. Thanks again for your video.
It's frustrating, but I have seen many get through it. George Clooney for one...
OMG! I have been having severe eye allergies since January. I have had total face swelling and dealing with horrible itching, burning and redness of my eyelids. I wonder if this is what caused it. I am almost completely healed from my allergy....hmmm. Thank you for stating this.
@@geekazine so how long it took to get rid of all symptoms?? 9days in i am noticing that i can close my eye almost completely, but i was the same like you in video, same age, same hairstyle, body mass etc 46yo caucasian male, 300 pounds 6.1 (185cm 143kg
I was diagnosed a week ago… hit me hard but I’m working through it. Thank you for making this video.
Hi Nila,
I pray that you recover soon.
What are one day earlier symptoms if you remember? please tell me.
@@snehalchandgude6489 Thank you. I am healing well. My first few signs were, my left eye was twitching badly for a week. Then my lips went numb a day before the complete onset of the Bell’s palsy . I hope this helps.
Great video. Thanks for all the information.
Thank you for all the information! It really help me understand it. God bless you and may you get well soon!
Overcoming a trait you can add to your resume. Man I am so impressed 2 months you got through it. Hope your Mom is doing well. Life is crazy never know what comes your way. That's why I pray against these things. Against anything permanent. God be with you and your family.
I've had 3 bells Palsys. I hate it idk why O keep getting them since I don't want any medical it issues. 1st time was at 8years old, 2nd time at 12 years old, 3rd time at 30 year's old.
I didn't watch the full video, but I hope you were able to recover from this. Thanks for sharing because I know there are other people who will find this extremely educational.
Love the positive attitude. Thank you for the video! God bless you! ❤️❤️
I went through this many years ago. It was super scary and I felt kinda silly too. My first explanation to someone was, "I can't feel the full range of motion on one side of my face." I didn't know what else to say. I'm really moved by how well you are handling this and sharing the experience with others. It totally cleared up for me and I sincerely hope the same for you.
Did you also have the issue of taste? It's gotten a lot better for me, with only a small part of the left-side being numb-ish.
Thanks for Sharing! Here's hoping it clears up speedily!
Thanks Michael!
Hi mate.
I'm glad you made this video. You bring som very useful information. I just found myself having this for the second time. First time was 7 years ago.
Hope you have recovered well,
Thank you for posting this. My sister has just developed this, and as you know, it is a scary time for her.
Woke up with this last week. Went right to the ER. Was scared to death. Thank you for your video. 💜 no stroke. Thank God.
I'm diagnosed with Bell's palsy... please pray for me
Sorry to hear. Keep your head up, it'll get better.
🙏🏻💖
It’s been a yr since you posted . Are you healed!
@@bonnieinthespirit6373 yeah... definitely
and everyone else that has it....
Thank you for this video!
Hey mate, thank you for making this. It helped.
Great positive video. Thanks for sharing.
You're welcome.
Great video. Was diagnosed 2 days ago. Your video was very reassuring. Thanks for posting.
You are so welcome. Best of luck!
Thanks for his video! Great information.
Thank you for this video. I am a single mom to a daughter who has special needs. So this really scared me- thinking I had a stroke. I was relieved to hear it was Bell’s palsy as well- but still had many concerns. Thank you for making this video- you have provided good information with great comfort and even humor. Thanks for using your situation to help people. ❤
Awesome!!! I am in the VA hospital right now for bell's palsy. I was admitted yesterday because they had to run some test for stroke to rule out those systems. I noticed it after two days because the numbness seemed heavier on the right side of my face. I totally agree with this video as I am going through it right now. Thanks for making this video to inform the masses of bell's palsy.
Thank you for doing this video. I just got it yesterday.
Thank You for making this video. My friend was recently diagnosed with Bell's Palsy. I had no idea what this was. This was so informative and helps me understand what she is going through.
I was diagnosed 3 days ago I've been on meds since. This video definitely help me feel better about it. Hope your feeling better.
I can actually wink now! I can only do it once, then have to rest for a while. We also noticed my blinking syncs better. So keep your head up! ;)
Good for you😊😊😊i hope i can too im i have Bell's palsy for 2 years im just 20 years old please help me😭😭😭🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
Sorry to hear you're going through this, but I'm glad to hear it wasn't a stroke. Medical issues are scary sometimes. Our most recent scare was my emergency gall bladder surgery in May.
Sorry to hear. Glad you got through it! Thanks for the good thoughts, too!
Thanks for making this video. My mom was diagnosed last night and is on steroids. Glad to see you had a ton of improvement since you made this.
I love the positiveness and cool approach you have! Specialists do say that calm and positive attitude do help improve the recovery. Thank you for sharing your story. I am doing some research for my husband, who was diagnosed today. It started yesterday. Fingers crossed he will recover quickly.
What you did was really brave and I appreciate that you shared critical information on the topic at such an early stage of things. I watched some doctors videos and it was informative but impersonal and you did really well to capture the experience of the patient. Thank you.
You're welcome!
Thank you. Experienced all of these symptoms you described last night and today but feel fine. Was on the fence as to whether to go to the doctor or to wait to see if it gets better. Based on this, I'm off to the emergency. Thanks again.
Came here to say your video put me at ease. I just got diagnosed after one day of feeling off. I’m on my 3rd day with my face numb and I’m on prednisone and an antiviral. Hoping to get over this soon.
What you are describing in point on for myself. Including thinking it could have been a stroke as well as driving myself to the hospital. Very scary experience for me! Thank you for sharing your video. I’ve started taking the prescribed medication and praying for the best. God Bless
Great video!! Thanks for sharing. I had a male friend at age 19 had Bell's Palsy and my older brother did too. And, a lot of people do not understand Bell's Palsy. Thanks for enlightening us.
Thanks!
How are you doing now? Wow matey, that must have been terrifying. I have so much admiration for people who help people. Fantastic stuff. Thank you.
I still have moments. Being in the middle of a show, a tear comes down. I have to figure out how to use that...
Thanks for the video boss hope you’re all recovered and doing well this video gave me lots of hope! Stay positive people! 🙏🙏🙏🙏
Do you also got Bell's palsy? 😭like me and him!!
Got Bells at 44 as well (last October). I was traveling in Bali when it happened. Still notice mild symptoms every now and then. Thanks for sharing this video.
Researching for BP I came across your video, first of all thank you for posting this informative video . This is my second day with BP, yes I am scared but I'm trying to stay positive as much as I can. For everyone going through this keep the faith and don't give up. We will beat this! Blessings to all and stay safe!
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you for this type of video on bells palsy, i was diagnosed today. I got home about an hour ago and was feeling down. Your video got my spirits up, i hope i recover soon.
You got this!
Keep that great sense of humor I’m going to share this with my daughter she’s depressed and think she’s never going to heal I’m inspiring her have faith and get try therapy hope is good
Thank you! This was very informative for me. I have it right now.
Thank you, thank you! I'm in day 2 and very encouraged not a stroke and things will get better. The eye patch and covering information was most beneficial. Hope you and everyone conquer and overcome Bell's Palsy.
Thanks. You, too!
My son was diagnosed at the A and E with Bells Palsy. It was a terrible shock as I wasn't really aware of the condition. Luckily he made a full recovery in 2 to 3 weeks.
Very courageous man. My respect.
I had Bell's Palsy two weeks ago and I am from Syria, a refugee in Turkey illegally. I can't see a doctor or go to the hospital.
Pray for my recovery 🙏
God bless your heart! Thanks for the inspirational video❤️
You are so welcome!
I just got diagnosed today. Your positive outlook really instill confidence in me. Thank you!
You got this!
@@geekazine I have recovered fully now! Thank you for your words! ❤️❤️
@@vha3151 that is great news! I am so happy for you.
Got diagnosed 6 days ago
How are you doing now
Got diagnosed 1 day ago praying for everyone
U r a true champion for putting this out there. I applaud u for educating us on such a serious issue.
Thanks. I debated talking about it, but was also moving forward with creating content and didn't want this to be a mystery to viewers.
I thank you so much for the video and understanding of this condition. Like right now I'm happy but crying only out my right eye which has become the new normal these last few days. Praying you get well very soon!
I tested positive for covid...basically it was similar to a really severe head cold..plus nasty cough...a week after testing negative for covid I woke up with big numb bulge on lower left side of my face...went to medical.centre and was diagnosed with Bells Palsy..was given Prednisone which I took for five days a bulge diminished.....a wee latter I woke up and a new bulge was on right side of lower face..again went to med centre...diagnosis Bells Palsy....again prescribed Prednisone..bulge gone in three days.....I am 79 and had no history of Bells Palsy or Herpes .....however with this happening two weeks after onset of Covid its most likely trigger was covid virus...haveing had it happe twice .I am not confident that it is over.....and possibly may not di.insh as quickly....yes it's scarey....
Oye I was vaxxed with astra zeneca..first dose Oct 2021 second dose Dec 2022..got covid 28 Feb 2022 and first episode of Bells Palsy three weeks later
Edit..second dose Dec 2021
I got diagnosed 5 days ago now I'm at the same stage as you in this video.. having hard times and searched for similar stories... feels like I'm joining a club .. I hope it'll heal asap. Now I'll go look for your newest videos to check out.
I had it when I was 25. Came out of no where and I had no idea what was happening to me. I didn’t take any meds for it and it resolved within a couple weeks. I’m 54 now and it never came back again. Godspeed!
I was scared and worried istill feel num but being positive will help and that's what we do lets wait be positive
Wow that was 6 months ago already. I'm doing well now guys ^_^ i got my smile is back thank God. This is to reassure those who are looking for information about bell's palsy, it heals.
@@samiandmami6228thank you for the update. My sister got diagnosed yesterday and it’s a scary situation for our family as we never had such thing before. They said they got it detected early so I hope that’s a good thing. Hope she heals soon and gets her smile back again
Important video, massive respect to you sir.
Aopreciate your sharing, so-o very much!!! Happened to my son 3 days, ago. Thank YOU!!!
I'm just going with the flow but it is scary.
It'll get better.
Did anyone else have severe ear pain with the Bell's Palsy?
I wore earbuds to help counter the pain. The second Bells I had in Dec, I used my Airpods Pro all the time because of the noise cancellation.
Yes behind the left ear
Headache for me
yes i got ear pain when i slept and next day i woke up i had palsy
Yes
Hope things have gotten better for you!
I am feeling my cheek trying to lift, but still going through it. Thanks for the thoughts!
This video . Is already helping me thank you .
Thank you man, very helpful!
You're welcome. Hopefully, you are not going through it.
I hope you get better soon.
Me, too!
Bless you I pray you all get better with a full recovery. ❤
Thanks.
Its been 10 days since my 12 yo daughter was diagnosed. I feel so helpless. She woke up on January 2nd, 2024. She was given a steriod, Prednisone. She finished the doses, now it's a waiting game. 😢 We have a follow up with her pcp next Thursday. 🙏🏽 Please keep her in prayer.
Thank you so much for this video! It made me smile (my right side only) and positive. I was diagnosed with bells palsy Monday 7/6/20 so I am in my 4th day. I am on steroids and anti viral, also doing facial microcurrent 20 minutes a day. Will se my neurologist in a week for an update. Really worried here but your video lift my spirit up. Thank you.....Lorena!!
Glad I could help.
I was just diagnosed with this 2 days ago. Thankfully I was able to catch it right away since my sister had gotten Bell's palsy a couple years ago so I knew what the signs were. Hopefully this clears up soon 😢
Good thoughts going your way for a fast recovery.
did it clear up soon though ?
What are the pros for catching it sooner? I feel like I’m on that early stage right now and I’m scared that it’ll get worse but I know very little about Bell’s Palsy
Very helpful video thank you!
Thanks man I appreciate this video and you!!
thanks for having the courage to post this hope your rehabilitation goes well and you make a full and speedy recovery
Thanks Erich. No matter what, I'll be continuing with my videos.
Amazing video thank you very sharing! I’m on day 4😊
Sorry to hear. Keep me updated on progress!
I think I may be coming down with this. I noticed my tongue was kind of tingling on one side last night, like I had a shot of Novocain earlier in the day, and it was almost worn off. Now, today, I’m having trouble moving the muscles on the right side of my face. I can still do all the things you reported being able to do when you saw your doctor, but now I’m worried that it will escalate. I’m planning on going to urgent care when I get off work in a couple hours. I’m so glad I found your video.
Great Video! A lot of good info.
This bell palsy happened to me the last couple of days!!! And i have thought it was a possible stroke, and immediately went to see my doctor. I was diagnosed with Bell’s Palsy.
I don’t know how long it will last or being completely healed, but all I could do is to stay on top of my medical treatment until I recover from it.
God bless you and speedy recovery.
I was diagnosed today mine started last night I pray it doesn’t last long. It’s so hard for me to eat I had this I jus got home an tried eating a burger an bite my lip shit makes me wana cry
@@rolltide9135 Any update? Hope you recovered fine.
I just got diagnosed last night. : /
@@mrdripnoodle sorry to hear that it’s horrible I was depressed an freaking out thinking I’m going to be stuck that way but yes I’m back to normal it took a month every week it got a little better my eye was the slowest getting it back to normal. I took a lot of vitamin c and my dr prescribed me a steroid and a antiflamitory medicine I forget the names of the meds he gave me
@@mrdripnoodle make sure you keep your eye moist don’t let it dry out that was the biggest thing I tapped it shut to sleep and put ointment in it at night during the day used artificial tears every hour
@@rolltide9135 I’m not taking any prednisone. Did you have to take any steroids or anti viral?
its been 4 years, wondering how are you doing now. ❤
Good information, Thank you! 👍🏻
I know this is 5 years ago but I hope you're ok. Thanks for the post. I'm going through it.
Was just diagnosed with it yesterday, I can still move my left side and feel it, already on medication hope it gets better from here🙏 thanks for the video
If you can still move it 24 hours after first notice, you may be on the mild side. I hope that is the case, and you recover quickly!
How are you now?