New on here but..

[Jj01]

I had Bells Palsy about 10 years ago now, I never fully recovered I could also notice my eye dropping in photos, when tired or if I had a drink. My eye also closes when I smile. Didn't get any treatment at the time, nobody knew what to do. Lately though I have noticed my eye twitching another more than normal and I feel like I have less control over the affected side of my face than before. I'm getting really worried 😓. Can anyone offer any advice?

[Chantev]

So sorry have been in similar situation. Get your gp to refer you to the Bell's palsy research unit in Oxford. I am now having treatment both for my eye and facial asymmetry. The consultant has been fantastic. Google John Radcliffe hospital cosmetic surgery. Best wishes

Chantev

[Jj01 in reply to Chantev]

Oh I wish there was somewhere like that here, I'm in N. Ireland.

[Chantev in reply to Jj01]

Check with the Facial Palsy Uk they may be able to guide you. They suggested the BP research unit. Try and do some Google.

Best wishes

[Karen-FPUK Partner in reply to Jj01]

If you send an email to [e-mail] we can connect you with other people trying to get better services for people in Northern Ireland.

[SunSpott in reply to Jj01]

Hook up with a neurologist at a local hospital. He or she may be able either to help you or to point you in the right direction.

[Jj01]

Thank you

[shamicuk]

I'm in Northern Ireland and haven't heard of anywhere that deals with the after effects of Bells Palsy. I also didn't recover fully, eye shuts when I smile.

[SunSpott]

Start a search by having a consultation with a neurologist at a nearby hospital.

[iaingraham]

Get to hospital under reference and be diagnosed. I was told it could be Bells Palsy or Shingles both treated different. So get the diagnosis and then start. Good luck