Anybody know why Greta van Susteren's mouth droops? Is it as result of a stroke or nerve damage from injury?
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Greta has Bell's Palsy.  It cause one side of the face to be paralyzed.
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Registered Nurse Here; Well sir, in 24 years working as a nurse, I have seen lots and lots of things.  I strongly believe this woman has a mental illness.  It's apparent she has a strong ad-version to death, it is also very apparent she has a significant mental disorder, evident by the spitting and sucking of fingers.  There is a name for this, but dang it, I cannot think of it. Okay I'm not a Doctor therefore I cannot diagnosis, however I believe this falls under the category of personality disorder, such as when one cuts themselves, or cause some other harmful act to there body, and what you have described is harmful to the body, plus maladaptive coping mechanisms.  Thanks for the opportunity to address such a interesting question.
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If the model-type was good at fellatio, I'd marry her and buy her a lifetime supply of breath savers, listerine, and eclipse "cinammon inferno" gum. And I'd see if I could get a dentist to do something about it. I think it would still cost less in the long run than plastic surgery for the fugly one.
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Is she overweight or put a  lot of weight on recently or is she losing weight?\nShe may have an under or over active thyroid, if so she will need to have blood tests.\n\nMy Mom had this (overactive) her voice went really hoarse and her hair came out in clumps and her face went unrecognisable. She went to the doctor and had to have loads of blood tests and was diagnosed with an underactive thyroid.\n\nShe took thyroxine tablets every day for the rest of her life which controlled it.
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Not necessarily.  Is she taking medication for high blood pressure or heart disease?  If so, they act as blood thinners so a nosebleed could be hard to stop because her blood wouldn't clot well.  \n\nThere are a few simple tests you could do with her to help figure out if she may have had a stroke.  Ask her what year it is, who the president/prime minister is, ask her to smile, and ask her to raise both arms at the same time.  If she can't do any one of these (and she could before) she could quite likely have had a stroke.  \n\nThe most important factor in treating a stroke is EARLY treatment - within the first few hours.  If you think she has had a stroke, get her to an emergency room quickly.
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Did he get injured somewhere on his face or head in the past 6 months?\nDoes he have any other kind of nervous system disfunction or disease?\nHow does he respond to cold weather?\nIs he taking meds which might give him this wierd side effect? Perhaps.\nIt sounds like you're just going to have to wait it out and see what is causing it and perhaps alter some things and see if he keeps getting it.\nIt may also be some kind of muscle tension from stress, caffiene, etc.
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I have Bell's Palsy.It was described to me as a facial stroke.Not a lot is known about this disease.they are not even sure what causes it.It may be caused by a viral infection,stress,or it may be environmental.Those are the 3 definitions I was given.When being treated,i was put on a strong anti-depressant,a viral medication(valtrex)and an antibiotic.I have had several episodes of Bell's Palsy.But these do help lessen the symptoms.As far as problems with your cycle,I'm really not sure.(I've had a hysterectomy),but because of the different things I've been through it actually makes sense to me.I'm wondering now if it might have something to do with hormones.i plan to talk to my doc about it next visit.Best wishes!♥
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A friend & I were discussing this yesterday! LOL :)\n\nI heard that he had problems with his throat shortly after his solo album & quit.
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stroke.... paralytic.
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Hello Sir,\nI can understand your problem because my mother suffered almost with the same kind of proble. she also consulted with many neuro surgeons and orthopedic surgeons but nothing happened. The only thing that helped her was physiotherapy. You better go to a qualified physiotherapist. I hope that will definitely work for you.\nI hope that the problem of your wife will soon be over.\nI will pray for her.
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He's got Bell's palsy.\n"Bell's palsy (facial palsy) is characterised by facial drooping on the affected half, due to malfunction of the facial nerve (VII cranial nerve), which controls the muscles of the face."\nhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bell%27s_palsy\n\nedit: No, seriously. Taken from JR's article on Wikipedia: "He suffers from Bell's palsy, which sometimes results in temporary paralysis of Ross' facial muscles." He never had a stroke.
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The symptoms of a stroke are generally weakness to one side, slurred speech, drooping facial features to the affected side. Bell's Palsy is facial paralysis, normally affecting one side of the face, and can last from a number of weeks to a number of years.Most patients suspect they have suffered a stroke when first faced by it's effect and a visit to the doctor helps alleviate their fears. Symptoms normally include; a drooping or sagging mouth, facial pain, drooling, loss of taste, inability to close the eye resulting in tearing. Good luck to you, seems like you and your family needs it.
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not me, but I know someone who has that same thing and she has found no relief either.  I'm guessing there's some kinda facial nerve damage going on there.  Don't know what to do about that.  I suppose you've already been to neurologists, neurosurgeons, & pain specialists (?) if you've seen that many doctors already.  I wish I knew more.  sorry I wasn't any help.   but I sympathize greatly.
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The treatment would depend on why she is having muscle spasms. Are they due to trauma/injury? If so, mom_overboard's reccommendations are good. It is also possible that it could be a nutritional imbalance related to potassium, sodium, or calcium levels. the only way to determine if this is the problem is to see a physician & have lab work drawn(chemistry analysis).
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It will get better - I promise!  I have been deaf in my left ear since I was 3 because of mumps.  The mumps destroyed the hairs in my inner ear that pass sound to my brain and also affected my balance.  And then, to top it off, at 14 I developed scoliosis - curvature of the spine - which also affects my balance.  \n\nI'm now in my 30s and I can manage to keep my balance in high heels after drinking several tequilas.  I'm not trying to make light; I also suffered from dizzy spells and once passed out in a trolley in Morrisons which was hugely embarrassing.  However, it does get better - it's a case of readjusting.  Follow the doctors' advice - the body is an amazing thing and it will get used to the situtation.  It will be weird for a while, but he will get better.  Just tell him to avoid the tequila and high heels for a while as that takes practice!
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http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/bells-palsy/DS00168\nBell's palsy\nIntroduction\n\nBell's palsy is a weakness or paralysis of the muscles that control expression on one side of your face. The disorder results from damage to one of a pair of facial nerves that runs beneath each ear to the muscles in your face.\n\nThe condition may result in a droopy appearance of your face. This can be a blow to your self-esteem, but most often Bell's palsy isn't serious.\n\nThe problem can occur at any age. Bell's palsy occurs more often in pregnant women, in people with diabetes or upper respiratory ailments, such as the flu or a cold, and in people with conditions that compromise their immune systems. Also called facial palsy, Bell's palsy is named for Dr. Charles Bell, a 19th-century surgeon from Scotland who first described the condition.\n\nBell's palsy clears up on its own within weeks or months for most people. In some cases, doctors prescribe a corticosteroid medication within the first few days, hoping to increase the likelihood of a good recovery.\nSigns and symptoms\nCLICK TO ENLARGE\nIllustration showing Bell's palsy Bell's palsy\n\nSigns and symptoms of Bell's palsy may include:\n\n    * Sudden onset of paralysis or weakness on one side of your face, making it difficult to smile or close your eye on the affected side\n    * Facial droop and difficulty with facial expressions\n    * Facial stiffness or a feeling that your face is being pulled to one side\n    * Pain behind or in front of your ear on the affected side\n    * Sounds that seem louder on the affected side\n    * Pain, usually in the ear on the affected side\n    * Headache\n    * Loss of taste on the front portion of your tongue\n    * Changes in the amount of tears and saliva your body produces\n\nThe severity of Bell's palsy can range from mild weakness to total paralysis on one side of your face. The onset of the problem is fairly abrupt, generally becoming apparent within several hours to a day or two. You may notice symptoms when you awaken. Pain in the vicinity of the ear can precede the palsy by a day or two. Weakness or paralysis usually peaks within 48 hours after onset of signs and symptoms. The faster the signs and symptoms progress, the more serious the weakness or paralysis you'll experience.\nCauses\n\nEach facial nerve controls all muscles on one side of your face, except for muscles involved in chewing. The cause of Bell's palsy is still unclear, and its development isn't well understood. But many scientists believe that a viral infection — perhaps most commonly by the herpes simplex virus, the same virus that causes cold sores — can cause the facial nerve to become swollen and injured. Impairment of electrical impulses directed to your facial muscles by the damaged nerve results in the weakness or paralysis of these muscles.\nWhen to seek medical advice\n\nMost people with Bell's palsy recover completely within a few months, with or without medical treatment. For a few people, Bell's palsy can be severe or involve complications.\n\nNot all instances of facial paralysis or weakness are due to Bell's palsy. See your doctor if you experience facial weakness, drooping or paralysis to determine the underlying cause and severity of the illness.\nScreening and diagnosis\n\nYour doctor may be able to make a preliminary diagnosis of Bell's palsy by looking at your face and asking you to try to move your facial muscles. Other conditions, such as a stroke, infections and tumors, also may cause facial muscle weakness, mimicking Bell's palsy.\n\nIf after a few days there's still doubt about the diagnosis, your doctor may recommend other tests:\n\n    * Electromyography (EMG). This test can confirm the presence of nerve damage and determine its severity. An EMG can measure the electrical activity of a muscle in response to stimulation and the nature and speed of the conduction of el
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There are no exceptions!!!!!!!!!! You need to go to the nearest emergency room IMMEDIATELY!!!! You could be having heart failure, and facial numbness suggest the possibility of a stroke. WOULD YOU RATHER DIE AT 28 OR GO TO A FREAKIN DOCTOR? And..... I'm a Christian, too, but Jesus did not say to not seek medical attention! Pray and believe, but go, NOW! LOG OFF NOW, AND GET TO A HOSPITAL!