Symptoms of Jock Itch. People suffering from jock itch may experience red, itchy and painful ring-shaped rashes on the skin folds, groin, buttocks, inner thighs and genitalia. They may also find the skin peeling and flaking and also experience burning sensation on the affected area.
Bell's Palsy, or facial palsy, is a paralysis or severe weakness of the facial muscles on one side of the face. It is believed to be due to a swelling of the nerve that controls the muscles of the face. It can be worrying, but most people make a full recovery. What is Bell's palsy?
What is Bell's palsy? Bell's palsy is an unexplained episode of facial muscle weakness or paralysis. It begins suddenly and worsens over 48 hours. This condition results from damage to the facial nerve (the 7th cranial nerve). Pain and discomfort usually occur on one side of the face or head. Bellâs palsy can strike anyone at any age. It occurs most often in pregnant women, and people who have diabetes, influenza, a cold, or another upper respiratory ailment. Bell's palsy affects men and woman equally. It is less common before age 15 or after age 60. Bell's palsy is not considered permanent, but in rare cases, it does not disappear. Currently, there is no known cure for Bell's palsy; however, recovery usually begins 2 weeks to 6 months from the onset of the symptoms. Most people with Bell's palsy recover full facial strength and expression. What causes Bell's palsy? The cause of Bell's palsy is not known.