Face drooping

For face drooping, see neurologists first.

One side of the face sags, often noticed when smiling. When it comes on suddenly it can be a stroke.

Also searched as: মুখ বেঁকে গেছে, মুখ বাঁকা, mukh beke geche, mukh baka

Go to hospital now

  • Sudden facial drooping, arm weakness or speech trouble: call 999 and go to emergency now, even if it stops
Call 999

Who to see: Neurologists

Sudden face drooping needs a hospital with a CT scan straight away, then a neurologist.

Related symptoms

Common questions

Which doctor should I see for face drooping (mukh beke geche)?
See neurologists first. Sudden face drooping needs a hospital with a CT scan straight away, then a neurologist.
When should you go to hospital straight away?
Sudden facial drooping, arm weakness or speech trouble: call 999 and go to emergency now, even if it stops. Emergency number: 999.
Where can I find neurologists?
Most neurologists are listed in Dhaka (246), Chattogram (59), Mymensingh (44), Cumilla (39), Jashore (29). Pick your district for chamber addresses. DhakaChattogramMymensinghCumillaJashore

General information only, not a diagnosis. If you are worried, see a doctor.

Sources: nhs.uk