Bell’s Palsy is a condition that temporarily causes the facial muscles to weaken or become paralyzed. Approximately 40,000 Americans every year suffer from Bell ’s palsy. The percentage of left or right side facial paralysis of Bell’s Palsy victims are about equal.
Older victims are more likely than younger victims to be hit with Bell’s Palsy. The disease affects normally one side of the face only, and Bell’s palsy sufferers typically are not affected by
paralysis in any other part of the body. Bell’s palsy sufferers at first onset of the disease wake up to dry eye and tingling of the lips, which then progresses to symptoms recognizable as Bell’s palsy during the same day. Paralysis will culminate within days of the first palpable symptoms of the disease.
There are countless general physical side effects associated with the
facial paralysis of Bell’s palsy, primarily among them a droopy appearance and asymmetrical smile. Difficulty eating and drinking, sinus problems, and drooling are constant side effects of Bell’s Palsy. The emotional and psychological side effects of Bell’s Palsy are extremely damaging to the patient’s self-esteem, and are often overlooked by friends and family.
The administration of Gardasil in particular has been associated with cases of Bell’s Palsy. If you have received the Gardasil vaccine and are suffering from Bell’s Palsy, then you should speak to your doctor. In addition, you may need to
speak to an attorney to find out what your legal rights are.
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