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Bell's palsy can trigger an increased sensitivity to sound known as hyperacusis. [6] The cause of Bell's palsy is unknown [1] and it can occur at any age. [4] Risk factors include diabetes, a recent upper respiratory tract infection, and pregnancy. [1] [7] It results from a dysfunction of cranial nerve VII (the facial nerve). [1]
Bell’s Palsy is the sudden and unexpected paralysis of the facial muscles. In this week's Health Insider, we find out more about what to expect from a Bell's Palsy diagnosis.
Bell's palsy is the most common cause of acute facial nerve paralysis. [ 3 ] [ 4 ] There is no known cause of Bell's palsy, [ 5 ] [ 6 ] although it has been associated with herpes simplex infection. Bell's palsy may develop over several days, and may last several months, in the majority of cases recovering spontaneously.
Joel Embiid says his Bell's palsy diagnosis started last week, but it didn't stop him from delivering a great playoff performance. Here's what bell's palsy is, as well as signs and symptoms.
Bell's palsy, partial facial paralysis; Bulbar palsy, impairment of cranial nerves; Cerebral palsy, a neural disorder caused by intracranial lesions; Conjugate gaze palsy, a disorder affecting the ability to move the eyes; Erb's palsy, also known as brachial palsy, involving paralysis of an arm; Spinal muscular atrophy, also known as wasting palsy
The NINDS says symptoms can range in severity from mild weakness to total paralysis. It is caused when the nerve that controls the facial muscles is swollen, inflamed, or compressed; what causes ...
Hereditary neuropathy with liability to pressure palsy (HNPP) is a peripheral neuropathy, a condition that affects the nerves. [4] Pressure on the nerves can cause tingling sensations, numbness , pain, weakness, muscle atrophy and even paralysis of the affected area.
Most individuals with Bell's palsy experience a spontaneous and full recovery within six months, and many see improvement within a few weeks. Unfortunately, the extent and speed of recovery can vary.