Bell's Palsy explained in 11 Minutes - Definition, Pathophysiology, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment

A high-yield, exam-focused walkthrough of Bell's Palsy built from Ravi's notes. This episode covers everything you need to know from definition to management - facial nerve anatomy, the critical UMN versus LMN distinction, clinical presentation, differential diagnosis, investigations, acute management, and prognosis - in one clean walkthrough designed to make it stick permanently before your next exam. Key concepts covered: idiopathic facial nerve palsy, cranial nerve 7 anatomy, upper versus lower motor neuron facial palsy, Bell's phenomenon, Ramsay Hunt Syndrome, prednisolone management within 72 hours, eye protection, synkinesis, and crocodile tears. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 00:12 - What is Bell's Palsy? 00:42 - Facial Nerve Anatomy (Cranial Nerve 7) 02:06 - UCL LIVE Mnemonic 02:32 - UMN vs LMN 03:31 - Clinical Presentation and Symptoms 06:10 - Differential Diagnoses 07:52 - Investigations 08:39 - Acute Management — The 72 Hour Window 09:09 - Eye Protection 10:05 - Summary and Recap Disclaimer: All content on this channel is created strictly for educational and entertainment purposes to assist with medical learning. The information provided does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.