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Sir Charles Bell. Bell's phenomenon (also known as the palpebral oculogyric reflex [1]) is a medical sign that allows observers to notice an upward and outward movement of the eye, when an attempt is made to close the eyes. The upward movement of the eye is present in the majority of the population, and is a defensive mechanism. [2]
The ringing of the bell produces what is regarded as an auspicious sound. Hindu temples generally have one metal bell hanging at the entrance and devotees ring the bell while entering the temple which is an essential part in preparation of having a darshan .
Patients suffering from blepharospasm also report sensory symptoms including sensitivity to light, [14] [15] dry eyes, [16] and burning sensation and grittiness in the eyes. [4] Although such symptoms tend to precede the onset of the blepharospasm, they may both be due to a common third factor.
Symptoms include weakness or paralysis on one side of the face, a drooping mouth and eyebrow, drooling, and trouble closing one eyelid. The NIH says the cause of the condition isn’t known.
The nightly bell ringing was discontinued in 1895 as part of the Gabo Reforms. After Japan occupied Korea, a Japanese temple on Namsan introduced Joya no Kane. The bell ringing in Bosingak was revived in 1953 in the form of Joya no Kane, but using a pattern of 33 ringings instead of the Japanese 108. [ 13 ]
Giant cell arteritis and its treatment impact on people's lives because of symptoms, adverse effects of GCs and disruption to normal life. [38] People with GCA have previously ranked ‘losing sight in both eyes permanently’, ‘having intense or severe pain’ and ‘feeling weak, tired or exhausted’ as important quality of life domains. [39]
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The most common auras include motor, somatosensory, visual, and auditory symptoms. [6] The activation in the brain during an aura can spread through multiple regions continuously or discontinuously, on the same side or to both sides. [7] Auras are particularly common in focal seizures.