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Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy Journal 18(1):p 99-101, Jan -March 2025. | DOI: 10.21088/potj.0974.5777.18125.13
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A Rare Occurrence of Bell’s Palsy Following Granular Myringitis: Case Report
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Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy Journal 18(1):p 99-101, Jan -March 2025. | DOI: 10.21088/potj.0974.5777.18125.13
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Solanki C. A rare occurrence of Bell’s palsy following granular myringitis: case report. Physio. Occup. Ther. Jr. 2025;18(1):99-101.Timeline
Received : December 26, 2025
Accepted : February 14, 2025
Published : March 21, 2025
Abstract
Background: Bell’s Palsy After Granular myringitis is a quite rare condition. Bell’s palsy presents as a form of facial nerve paralysis involving lower motor neurons, theetiologyofwhichremainsunidentified. (1) The annual occurrence rate of Bell’s palsy ranges from 20 to 30 cases per 100,000 individuals. While this condition can manifest at any point in a person’s life, it typically emerges between the ages of 15 and 30 years. (2) Myringitisreferstoin ammationof thetympanicmembrane (TM), which can affect its outer surface and sometimes the nearby bony external auditory canal. This condition can present either acutely or chronically. Objective: The aim of this case study is to enhance understanding regarding the involvement of physiotherapy in the management of Bell’s Palsy following Granular myringitis. Discussion: This case report delves into the discussion of the disease, alongside its medicalandphysiotherapymanagement,presentedbrie y. Conclusion: Patient suffering from Bell’s Palsy After Granul army ring it is can benefit from a holistic approach with the combination of medicine and physiotherapy.
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Solanki C. A rare occurrence of Bell’s palsy following granular myringitis: case report. Physio. Occup. Ther. Jr. 2025;18(1):99-101.
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DOI: 10.21088/potj.0974.5777.18125.13
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| Received | December 26, 2025 |
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