re: Anyone had Bell's Palsy? (UPDATE--Pg. 5)

Had it 20 years ago. Lasted for about three months. Hit left side of face. Gave my hearing hell for a couple of years, and hit the inner ear as well. Can leave permanent damage, although it doesn't always do that. In my case, I was left with a slight paralysis with my left eye lid and left corner of mouth. Mild trouble swallowing on left side. Slight hearing loss in left ear. Beard covers up damage.