How do you get Bell's Palsy?

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Bell palsy is paresis or paralysis, usually unilateral of the facial muscles, caused by dysfunction of the 7th cranial nerve (there are 12 cranial nerves). It is probably due to a viral infection, usually demyelinating in type. Herpes simplex – the virus responsible for cold sores – may lie dormant in the facial nerve, then cause inflammation when it reactivates. Other viral illnesses such as mumps and rubella may also trigger Bell’s palsy. Having diabetes seems to increase the risk, and the condition may also run in families. Treatment with steroids within the first 24 hours or so of the onset of the symptoms and antivirals such as Acyclovir are treatment options.

it just happens to some people, no reason and goes away the same way.

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