Bilateral Facial Nerve Palsy Following Trauma: A Rare Case Report.

Bilateral facial paralysis occurs due to basilar skull fracture which involves temporal bone. It might be is rare. Unlike unilateral facial palsy, it can be difficult to recognize because of a lack of facial asymmetry. Proper clinical history and thorough physical exam are needed for a diagnosis. To confirm high-resolution computed tomography scan and electrodiagnostic tests should be done which will help to make the final diagnosis of bilateral facial nerve palsy. It will also help in the early detection of the case and intervention may be important for optimal functional recovery. We have reported a 28-year-old male who received a blow to the left side of his face due to road traffic accident.