: paralysis of the facial nerve producing distortion on one side of the face
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The star has dealt with numerous injuries and illnesses over the years, including meniscus issues, multiple orbital bone fractures, Bell's palsy and more.
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Laura Fay, CBS News, 6 May 2026
But, a few weeks later in May, he was diagnosed with Bell's palsy.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 July 2025
Lopsided smiles associated with facial droop can be indicative of medical conditions, such as Bell's palsy or stroke, and require medical attention.
—Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 27 June 2025
Many suggested that the rapper may be suffering from Bell's palsy.
—Christina Shaw, FOXNews.com, 16 Apr. 2025
There are certain conditions where Bell's palsy can occur, such as pregnancy and Lyme disease.
—Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 21 Feb. 2025
People diagnosed with Bell's palsy experience symptoms ranging from mild to severe.
—Chantz Martin, Fox News, 28 Dec. 2024
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Laura Fay, CBS News, 6 May 2026
But, a few weeks later in May, he was diagnosed with Bell's palsy.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 July 2025
Lopsided smiles associated with facial droop can be indicative of medical conditions, such as Bell's palsy or stroke, and require medical attention.
—Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 27 June 2025
Many suggested that the rapper may be suffering from Bell's palsy.
—Christina Shaw, FOXNews.com, 16 Apr. 2025
There are certain conditions where Bell's palsy can occur, such as pregnancy and Lyme disease.
—Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 21 Feb. 2025
People diagnosed with Bell's palsy experience symptoms ranging from mild to severe.
—Chantz Martin, Fox News, 28 Dec. 2024
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“Bell's palsy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Bell%27s%20palsy. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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