Study of Homocysteine Levels in Adults With Idiopathic Acute Peripheral Facial Paralysis Bells Palsy

What this Trial Is About

Bells palsy, also called acute facial palsy of unknown cause, is a common nerve condition that causes sudden weakness or paralysis on one side of the face. It often comes with symptoms like pain behind the ear, taste changes, altered facial sensation, and sensitivity to sound. This research aims to explore the relationship between blood homocysteine levelsa substance linked to blood clotting disordersand idiopathic acute peripheral facial paralysis, as no previous studies have investigated this connection. The study observes two groups patients who have recently developed idiopathic facial paralysis and healthy individuals without known health issues. Blood homocysteine levels will be measured and compared between these groups. This observational study will follow participants to measure homocysteine over a period of up to 24 weeks. During the study, participants will be monitored through blood tests to assess homocysteine levels. Researchers will evaluate these results to understand if higher homocysteine is related to facial paralysis. The study includes adults aged 18 to 80 years and involves healthy volunteers as a control group. The total participation duration covers up to 24 weeks, with ongoing monitoring of blood test results.

The Relationship Between Idiopathic Acute Peripheral Facial Paralysis and Homocysteine Level in Adult Patients