Corticosteroids may reduce swelling and relieve pressure on the facial nerve for some persons. Lubricating eye drops or eye ointments may be recommended to protect the eye if it cannot be closed completely. The eye may need to be patched during sleep to protect it. Surgical procedures to decompress the facial nerve have not been shown to routinely benefit people with Bell's palsy. The outcome varies.
Some cases result in permanent changes.
The disorder is not a threat to life. Prevention Use of safety measures may reduce the incidence of head injury . Many of the other factors associated with this disorder are not readily preventable. The information provided herein should not be used for diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. A licensed physician should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any and all medical conditions.