My boyfriend has Bells Pasly and my question is that. When we get married is there any chance our children will have it? The last time he had it was in 2000 and then the first time was in 1997. The only problem I have is allgeries. I was just curious to know if that would pass on to our future children or not? Is there a cure for it at all? From his last epsoide his eye waters when he eats. Thank you
2006-10-23 13:21:55 · 3 answers · asked by ecstasy45227 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
My boyfriend has Bells Pasly and my question is that. Bells palsy is a condition that causes the facial muscles to weaken or become paralyzed. It's caused by trauma to the 7th cranial nerve, and is not permanent.
When we get married is there any chance our children will have it? The last time he had it was in 2000 and then the first time was in 1997. The only problem I have is allgeries. I was just curious to know if that would pass on to our future children or not? Is there a cure for it at all? From his last epsoide his eye waters when he eats.
2006-10-23 13:26:06 · update #1
Each facial nerve controls all muscles on one side of your face, except for muscles involved in chewing. The cause of Bell's palsy is still unclear, and its development isn't well understood. But many scientists believe that a viral infection — perhaps most commonly by the herpes simplex virus, the same virus that causes cold sores — can cause the facial nerve to become swollen and injured. Impairment of electrical impulses directed to your facial muscles by the damaged nerve results in the weakness or paralysis of these muscles.
It's not something you pass on. It is, as stated above, a virus most times.
Doctors aren't sure that any treatment changes the ultimate outcome of Bell's palsy in most people. Most recover fully with or without treatment.
Courses of treatment may include:
Anti-inflammatory medication. A short course of prescription corticosteroid medication, such as prednisone, may reduce inflammation and swelling in the narrow, bony channel through which the facial nerve travels.
Antiviral medication. Prescription antiviral medications, such as acyclovir (Zovirax) and famciclovir (Famvir), may limit or reduce damage to the nerve from some viral causes.
Massage. Facial massage may help prevent permanent contractures of the paralyzed muscles before recovery takes place.
2006-10-23 13:28:25 · answer #1 · answered by swomedicineman 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I had Bells Palsy when I was 14 years old and I do know it is not contagious and I am pretty sure it cannot be genetically passed on to any off spring. Mine cleared up after treatment involving some sort of electric pad - which I hated..Good Luck
2006-10-23 13:39:11 · answer #2 · answered by Whistler R 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i dont know what bells palsy is be more specific
2006-10-23 13:23:47 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
no its like a cold a virus your kid will probably be rid in a few weeks, good luck
2006-10-23 13:31:55 · answer #4 · answered by belter777 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Simple answer - NO
2006-10-23 13:28:38 · answer #5 · answered by H M 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, it`s not something that is hereditary.
2006-10-23 13:30:47 · answer #6 · answered by The BudMiester 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋