: paralysis of the facial nerve producing distortion on one side of the face
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Many suggested that the rapper may be suffering from Bell's palsy.
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Christina Shaw, FOXNews.com, 16 Apr. 2025
The Mayo Clinic says that while the exact cause of Bell's palsy isn't clear, it can often be related to a viral infection.
—Arick Wierson, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Apr. 2025
There are certain conditions where Bell's palsy can occur, such as pregnancy and Lyme disease.
—Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 21 Feb. 2025
Thomas is not the first former or current NBA player who has dealt with Bell's palsy.
—Chantz Martin, Fox News, 28 Dec. 2024
Viral infections or chronic disorders like Ménière's disease and Bell's palsy are most often the cause of vestibular neuritis.
—Rachael Zimlich, Bsn, Rn, Verywell Health, 21 Oct. 2024
In April, when Karla was nearly 24 weeks pregnant, she was diagnosed with Bell's palsy, a facial disorder, and preeclampsia and hospitalized at Texas Children’s Hospital.
—Wendy Grossman Kantor, Peoplemag, 1 Aug. 2024
There is no specific test for Bell's palsy, though doctors may order tests to rule out other conditions, according to the Mayo Clinic.
—Sarah Volpenhein, Journal Sentinel, 17 May 2024
According to Johns Hopkins, there's currently no cure for Bell's palsy, but recovery usually begins two to six months from the onset of symptoms.
—Tom Ignudo, CBS News, 26 Apr. 2024
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Christina Shaw, FOXNews.com, 16 Apr. 2025
The Mayo Clinic says that while the exact cause of Bell's palsy isn't clear, it can often be related to a viral infection.
—Arick Wierson, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Apr. 2025
There are certain conditions where Bell's palsy can occur, such as pregnancy and Lyme disease.
—Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 21 Feb. 2025
Thomas is not the first former or current NBA player who has dealt with Bell's palsy.
—Chantz Martin, Fox News, 28 Dec. 2024
Viral infections or chronic disorders like Ménière's disease and Bell's palsy are most often the cause of vestibular neuritis.
—Rachael Zimlich, Bsn, Rn, Verywell Health, 21 Oct. 2024
In April, when Karla was nearly 24 weeks pregnant, she was diagnosed with Bell's palsy, a facial disorder, and preeclampsia and hospitalized at Texas Children’s Hospital.
—Wendy Grossman Kantor, Peoplemag, 1 Aug. 2024
There is no specific test for Bell's palsy, though doctors may order tests to rule out other conditions, according to the Mayo Clinic.
—Sarah Volpenhein, Journal Sentinel, 17 May 2024
According to Johns Hopkins, there's currently no cure for Bell's palsy, but recovery usually begins two to six months from the onset of symptoms.
—Tom Ignudo, CBS News, 26 Apr. 2024
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“Bell's palsy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Bell%27s%20palsy. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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