Yes, pregnant women can have Bell's palsy. Pregnant woman are over 30% more likely to suffer from the condition than anyone else, which is why raising awareness at ante-natal classes and with fellow pregnant friends and relatives is important. If you experience drooping of the mouth and eyes, tingling and numbness in your face and/or an inability to control facial movements then you should see your doctor as soon as possible. There is a higher change of a quick recovery if you seek treatment quickly after the onset of symptoms.
She has never had bells palsy
It can happen to anyone at any age. I had it when i was 15, but it is most common in pregnant women.
No. Bells Palsy is not a directly communicable disease. It may be caused by a virus, but the effect is not direct.
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.
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Bell's palsy is not contagious, and no special precautions should be taken.
Avoiding Cereal Grain has not been proven to improve bells palsy. However b12 injections or tablets may help improve bells palsy it works on the neurolgical system.
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.
It is unlikely. Bell's Palsy really only affects the trigeminal and/or facial nerves of the face.
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.