Lockdown-related idiopathic facial paralysis: illustration of an indirect victim of the COVID-19 pandemic?
Introduction: In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, there are numerous reports of SARS-CoV-2-related symptoms in many medical subspecialties. Unfortunately, there seems to be little focus on indirect victims of COVID-19, such as diseases/ailments secondary to COVID-19-related lockdown in relevant c...
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| Summary: | Introduction: In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, there are numerous reports of SARS-CoV-2-related symptoms in many medical subspecialties. Unfortunately, there seems to be little focus on indirect victims of COVID-19, such as diseases/ailments secondary to COVID-19-related lockdown in relevant countries. Observation: We report a case of idiopathic facial paralysis (Bell's Palsy) that occurred in an otherwise-healthy 49-year-old French chef during nationwide lockdown, possibly fostered by severe concerns regarding his professional prospects. Other manifestations of severe anxiety were also observed such as tension-type headache and psoriasis outbreaks. Prednisone and valaciclovir were initiated, in association with simple counselling. Commentary and conclusion: As HSV-1 reactivation in the facial nerve is suspected in the pathophysiology of idiopathic facial paralysis, this case could constitute an example of lockdown-related disease and an illustration of indirect manifestations of the COVID-19 pandemic. Such indirect diseases are likely to increase as the pandemic continues to take its toll both medically and socio-economically. |
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| Item Description: | 2608-1326 10.1051/mbcb/2020034 |