How Does Bell's Palsy Affect Eyes?

[Javier Eyeglasses]

Most people with Bell's palsy are unable to blink on the affected side of the face. At the same time, the lower eyelid may turn outward (ectropion). The face and lips on the affected side become droopy, and you have little or no control over their muscle function.

Because the muscle that opens the eye is controlled by a separate cranial nerve, you can easily open the affected eye. But unfortunately you are unable to close the eyelid.

As a result, most people with Bell's palsy suffer from an extreme form of dry eye known as exposure keratitis.
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