In multiple sclerosis (MS), which type of facial palsy is commonly observed, unlike weakness in other muscle groups?

In multiple sclerosis (MS), which type of facial palsy is commonly observed, unlike weakness in other muscle groups?

In MS, facial palsy often presents as a lower motor neuron (LMN) type. Unlike other muscle groups, the facial nerve may be affected due to demyelination along its relatively long course within the pons after leaving the facial nucleus.

Verifiziert von Dr. Petya Stefanova

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