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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]
Facial synkinesis is a common sequela to Idiopathic Facial Nerve Paralysis, also called Bell's Palsy or Facial Palsy. [2] Bell's Palsy, which is thought to occur due to a viral reactivation which can lead (through unknown mechanisms) to diffuse axon demyelination and degeneration of the seventh cranial nerve, results in a hemifacial paralysis due to non-functionality of the nerve.
According to the Mayo Clinic, Bell's palsy causes weakness in muscles in one side of the face and is often a short-term condition that ultimately improves.. Thomas' revelation comes months after ...
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.
During a recent appearance on former NBA coach Mark Jackson's "Come And Talk 2 Me" podcast, Thomas revealed he was diagnosed with Bell’s palsy. The condition resulted in his facial muscles drooping.
Every year, Bell's palsy suddenly activates in roughly 40,000 Americans, according to the National Institutes of Heal Reporter's notebook: Facing cameras with a half-frozen face after Bell's palsy ...
Wesley Walker, American football player (New York Jets) was unable to blink his left eye due to Bell's palsy in 1982, but played football anyway [61] [62] [63] Andrew Lloyd Webber, British composer [6] Joseph C. Wilson, American diplomat [19] Nancy Zieman, American television host of the show Sewing with Nancy [64]
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