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No, Bell's Palsy is not contagious. It is a condition that affects the movements of the muscles in the face by a damaged cranial nerve.
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∙ 11y agoNo, Bell's palsy is not contagious.
Not directly. This is caused by the herpes virus that causes chicken pox, or shingles in adults. This virus can be passed on during infection.
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What can you do if you shake a persons hand when he has Bells Palsy?
Bell's palsy is not contagious, and no special precautions should be taken.
Can cerebral palsy be infectious?
I think you mean contagious and no it isn't it is congenital meaning you are born with it but it's not transmissible.
Can you run if you have bells palsy?
No.Answer:Bell's palsy is a paralysis of the facial nerve resulting in inability to control facial muscles on the affected side. Nothing in its causes, symptoms or impact would preclude flying.
Is cerebral palsy progressive?
No CP is a non-contagious, non-progressive, disorders that affect human development and result in physical disabilities. So, no it doesn't get any worse than it already is.
What are the different types of palsy that have been identified by doctors?
There are a number of different types of palsy. These include Cerebral Palsy, Bells Palsy, Bulbar Palsy, Erbs Palsy, etc. They all involve some form of paralyis and lesions on motor neurons. The most common or well known forms are Cerebral Palsy and Bells Palsy.
Where can articles be found on cerebral palsy?
Articles on cerebral palsy can be found at the website of an organization that is devoted to researching cerebral palsy. Some such organizations are United Cerebral Palsy and the Cerebral Palsy Alliance.
Has chris slater got cerebel palsy?
yes he does have cerebral palsy
What is the scientific name of cerebral palsy?
what is the scientific name for cerebral palsy
Who is the patron saint for Bell's palsy?
There is no patron saint of Bell's Palsy
Did Greta Van Susteren have bells palsy?
She has never had bells palsy
What is palsy and what can cause it?
Palsy is a developmental disorder that effects the brain. It can be severe to barley noticeable. When you are born and don't get oxygen to the brain it can cause palsy.
What is the most common type of cerebral palsy?
Type your answer here... Spastic cerebral palsy with a percentage of 80% of all cerebral palsy cases.
