Bell's palsy

Type: Concept

As of November 2026, Bell's palsy has been mentioned in one podcast episode on Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard (Nov 2026). Mentioned by a caller/host when someone referenced facial paralysis and being in the ER; used as light conversation in episode opening.

Bell's palsy is a type of facial paralysis that results in a temporary inability to control the facial muscles on the affected side of the face. In most cases, the weakness is temporary and significantly improves over weeks. Symptoms can vary from mild to severe. They may include muscle twitching, weakness, or total loss of the ability to move one or, in rare cases, both sides of the face. Other symptoms include drooping of the eyebrow, a change in taste, and pain around the ear. Typically sympt