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Laboratory investigations include an [[audiogram]], [[nerve conduction study|nerve conduction studies]] ([[Electroneuronography|ENoG]]), [[computed tomography]] (CT) or [[MRI|magnetic resonance]] (MR) imaging. | Laboratory investigations include an [[audiogram]], [[nerve conduction study|nerve conduction studies]] ([[Electroneuronography|ENoG]]), [[computed tomography]] (CT) or [[MRI|magnetic resonance]] (MR) imaging. | ||
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| Moche. Culture Representation of Facial Paralysis. 300 A.D. Larco Museum Collection, Lima, Peru. |
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American Roentgen Ray Society Images of Facial nerve paralysis |
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Risk calculators and risk factors for Facial nerve paralysis |
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A thorough medical history and physical examination are the first steps in making a diagnosis.
During the physical examination, a distinction must first be made between paralysis and paresis (incomplete paralysis). Not surprisingly, paralysis is far more serious and requires immediate treatment. It must also be determined whether the forehead is involved in the motor defect or not. This is usually accomplished by assessing how well a patient can raise her eyebrows. The question is an important one because it helps determine if the lesion is in the upper motor neuron component of the facial nerve, or in its lower motor neuron component.
Laboratory investigations include an audiogram, nerve conduction studies (ENoG), computed tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance (MR) imaging.
Additional Resources
- Acute facial nerve paralysis - Powerpoint slides from a lecture presented to second year medical school students at the University of Western Ontario by Dr. Lorne Parnes on 19 November 2004. These notes are licensed under the FDL.
- Acute facial nerve paralysis - Notes from a lecture presented to second year medical school students at the University of Western Ontario by Dr. Lorne Parnes on 19 November 2004. These notes are licensed under the FDL.
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