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Yes, but only indirectly so. The herpes simplex virus (HSV 1) does not cause Bell's Palsy, but it can indirectly cause an inflammation to the Facial Nerve (cranial nerve VII). This inflammation is what then causes Bell's Palsy. The nerve is unable to control the facial muscles it is supposed to control. The herpes virus is the one most often cited as the cause of the inflammation that results in BP. The Herpes Zoster virus (chickenpox and shingles) and BP is another frequent combination and is known as Ramsey-Hunt Syndrome.
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Can shingles cause bells palsy?
Shingles can cause Bell's Palsy indirectly. The herpes zoster virus sometimes breaks out into shingles. The shingles may cause blistering in the area of the Facial Nerve (Cranial VII nerve) which controls the muscles on one side of the face or the other. This inflammation, not the shingles, is what causes Bell's Palsy. When shingles and Bell's Palsy are interrelated like this, it is called Ramsey-Hunt Syndrome.
What are the foods to avoid for bells palsy?
Bell's Palsy is caused by a viral infection (the herpes virus that causes chicken pox, and shingles in adults). Eating certain foods shouldn't cause any problems.
Can an overdose of heroin cause bells palsi?
No, an overdose of heroin causes death. Bell's Palsy is caused by a herpes virus infection (the same virus that causes chicken pox and shingles).
Can being around someone with shingles cause bells palsy to reoccur?
Bell's Palsy is caused by a herpes virus, which lay dormant in your system in the root ganglia behind your face - once you have it, it never truly leaves. They come out and cause various conditions during immuno-compromised conditions, which can happen several times throughout your life.
Can botox cause bells palsy?
According to the Mayo Clinic, botox is not likely to cause Bells palsy. Some of the known causes of this disease include: cold sores, mononucleoisis, and German measles.
Did Greta Van Susteren have bells palsy?
She has never had bells palsy
Can bells palsy cause heada ches?
It is unlikely. Bell's Palsy really only affects the trigeminal and/or facial nerves of the face.
Can teeth problems cause Bells Palsy?
No; Bell's Palsy is a viral infection caused by the herpes virus during an immuno-compromised condition.
Can embrel be taken if bells palsy is present?
If you have Bell's palsy, you should consult your rheumatologist regarding the wisdom of taking Embrel. It may be safe, or not, depending on the likely underlying cause of the palsy.
Name the disease which cause paralysis of the facial muscles?
Bell's Palsy is one. Dysfunctional cranial nerve causes partial facial paralysis
Can you get disability money from bells palsy?
Doubtful, as this is not a very serious disorder and shouldn't cause missing work.
Can bells palsy spread from humans. to dogs?
No. Bells Palsy is not a directly communicable disease. It may be caused by a virus, but the effect is not direct.
