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Who to refer

In general, patients with Bell’s palsy are not seen in Neurology, the exceptions to this are:

  • Bilateral facial weakness
  • Recurrent Bell’s palsy
  • Continued progression of weakness beyond 3 weeks
  • Other associated neurology (out with acceptable mild sensory symptoms).

How to refer

  • SciGateway/ Neurology
  • Please send Lyme serology in those with progressive or bilateral facial weakness.

 

Useful resources

For further information on Bells’ palsy and its management, please see NICE CKS Summary.

Editorial Information

Next review date: 05/01/2027