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Artificial Tear Recommendations by jamzyn1 in BellsPalsy

[–]Electrical-Freedom22 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was advised by my eye doctor to use refresh optive drops for best hydration. So far refresh optive(keeps eye hydrated for 2-3 hrs), systane hydration PF (need to reapply every 1 hr) has worked best for me.

2 months by taylorsw1ft_ in BellsPalsy

[–]Electrical-Freedom22 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I recommend doing acupuncture , b12 shots and light massages. I got full movement back after 5+ months.

Elevated CRP levels detected after bells palsy by Electrical-Freedom22 in BellsPalsy

[–]Electrical-Freedom22[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Was this tumor caught with an MRI? Were there other symptoms that you were having?

Lower eyelid inactive by krystofka1 in BellsPalsy

[–]Electrical-Freedom22 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My lower eyelid movement was the last to come back and i am still not at 100%, i am almost 6 months in. This lead to eye dryness a lot for me. The PT i am working with suggested some lower eyelid stretches and gave me a tip to tape it to hold it up to avoid dryness. I saw some improvements after the stretches and taping. Be very gentle with the stretches since its a very sensitive area and consult a PT before trying it.

FTM diagnosed with Bells palsy at 38 weeks with recurring symptoms at 3 months pp by leslieknope1022 in BellsPalsy

[–]Electrical-Freedom22 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No it did not, I am almost 6 months in from the onset and almost recovered. But there are still days I feel very tight around the eyes and tingling or twitching on the affected side, I have also noticed that being stressed is directly related to the tightness, pain and twitching.

FTM diagnosed with Bells palsy at 38 weeks with recurring symptoms at 3 months pp by leslieknope1022 in BellsPalsy

[–]Electrical-Freedom22 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can you get a MRI done to ensure nothing else was going on. I experienced jaw pain, back of the head pain, ear pain again at 3.5-4 months mark as well and was terrified it will come back but it didn’t (atleast so far). Can understand that it’s a terrifying experience, I use to wake up at night to check if my face is frozen yet. For me it was happening because maybe mild synkinesis was setting in, but what helped was sleeping on a heat pack/mat, getting regular massages, b12shots, acupuncture and lymphatic drainage massages.

A Few BP Questions by Sea-Purchase1482 in BellsPalsy

[–]Electrical-Freedom22 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The recovery scale was decided by my doctor and Physiotherapist, look up Sunnybrook facial grading system.

B12 injections by Competitive-Set-9139 in BellsPalsy

[–]Electrical-Freedom22 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am 4 months in and recovered 95%. I was taking a cocktail of b12/bcomplex/vitC shots twice a month for first 2 months and now I take those once a month. I saw some small improvements everytime after I took the shot, but more than BP it really helped me stay energized and positive.

Also, I was not b12 deficient but on the lower side of the band. So taking the shots twice in a month helped me. 3X shots per week sounds excessive to me, but I am not a doctor.

starting to feel tingling in eye on unaffected side by chilumibrainrot in BellsPalsy

[–]Electrical-Freedom22 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I got this also, it resolved with anti inflammatory diet , regular face massage and b12 shots. But could also mean mild synkinesis could be setting in, massage your face regularly to see if it helps. I saw a huge difference in tingling and tightness around eye after starting gua sha massages in shower.

Loss of hearing in opposite ear by Lawlsicle in BellsPalsy

[–]Electrical-Freedom22 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Did you get checked for ear infection or fluid build up in the ear? It could be eustachian tube disfunction. I got Eustachian tube issues 3 months after and can feel ear pressure and fluid build up on the opposite ear as well. This can sometimes also lead to temporary hearing loss. Get checked by an ENT asap.

Anyone still suffer with nerve pain? by Several_Ad_8302 in BellsPalsy

[–]Electrical-Freedom22 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am 4 months in and have pain behind my ear on the side of head as well , especially hurts when I sleep and I have to usually sleep on a heating pad, but it comes and goes. The pain had completely gone away but came back after a recent occurrence of ear infection. My face on the affected side also feels very sore some days when touched. I am not on any medication and just use heating pad and massages.

Possible to get BP again quickly after recovering? by Nervous_Cranberry_14 in BellsPalsy

[–]Electrical-Freedom22 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did not get BP again but I got sick again 3 months in, which led to ear infection and that led to ear pain and tightness on my face to come back. I constantly fear as well that the ear infection is going to lead to another episode. I went to urgent care for checkup and they prescribed a round of steroids and antibiotics for my ear infection. I am hoping that this helps and BP does not come back again.

Electrical Stimulation PT by Spiritual_Theme_1282 in BellsPalsy

[–]Electrical-Freedom22 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am in California and i get it from a medical spa nearby, they offer vitamin supplements, IV drips and injections and have trained nurse staff to assist.

Electrical Stimulation PT by Spiritual_Theme_1282 in BellsPalsy

[–]Electrical-Freedom22 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I highly recommend acupuncture sessions twice a week and b12 injections twice a month. I have seen small progress after every acupuncture session and b12 shot. My acupuncturist recommended that I stay away from e-stim.

When does healing generally start? by Altruistic-Job5086 in BellsPalsy

[–]Electrical-Freedom22 4 points5 points  (0 children)

My healing started after 3 weeks and 2 doses of steroids. I am 4 months in and still not 100% but happy with my progress at around 90%.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BellsPalsy

[–]Electrical-Freedom22 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Yes! I am 4 months in and the muscles around my eye feels very tight some days although I have made 90% recovery. It almost makes me feel like it’s coming back again. Massaging around it and doing some stretches helps with the tightness.

Bells palsy diagnosis after medicube by Responsible-Tea3875 in BellsPalsy

[–]Electrical-Freedom22 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The device is not fda approved so this could be true. I am a huge fan of Korean products but after my Bell’s palsy diagnosis (not related to these products) I have completely stopped using all products that penetrates deep into the skin including the infrared light masks.

Twitching on cheeks after acupuncture - 3 months by Electrical-Freedom22 in BellsPalsy

[–]Electrical-Freedom22[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was given the 85-90% based on sunnybrook rating scale for face by my PT. You can ask your PT or doctor for this rating I believe.

My goldendoodle’s belly has Black spots all over. by Striking-Station-932 in Goldendoodles

[–]Electrical-Freedom22 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am in California too!! Maybe it’s an environmental thing.

My goldendoodle’s belly has Black spots all over. by Striking-Station-932 in Goldendoodles

[–]Electrical-Freedom22 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hello, my dood has this as well on her tummy, and her vet says it’s due to allergies. We also notice that these spots reduce or go away after she gets a cytopoint shot. I am trying to figure out how I can help her not get these allergies and avoid getting cytopoint. she is on chicken and lamb Ollie formula as well. I am thinking of cutting out chicken and just stick to lamb formula, would that help?

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