Bell's palsy is characterized by a one-sided facial droop that comes on within 72 hours. The facial nerve controls a number of functions, such as blinking and closing the eyes, smiling, frowning, lacrimation, salivation, flaring nostrils and raising eyebrows.
A hip fracture is a break in the upper quarter of the femur (thigh) bone. The extent of the break depends on the forces that are involved. The type of surgery used to treat a hip fracture is primarily based on the bones and soft tissues affected or on the level of the fracture.
Symptoms of a hip fracture. If you have a fractured hip, your hip will be painful and you won't be able to lift, move or rotate your leg. You'll usually be unable to stand or put weight on your leg, although occasionally this is possible. Other signs of a hip fracture can include: 1  bruising and swelling around the hip area.2  a shorter leg on the injured side. 3  your leg turning outwards more on the injured side.ou'll usually be unable to stand or put weight on your leg, although occasionally this is possible. Other signs of a hip fracture can include: 1  bruising and swelling around the hip area.