Bell palsy is characterized by
A)drooping of one eyelid
B)painful, sudden, involuntary contractions of facial muscles
C)paralysis or paresis on one side of the face
D)unequal pupil size
E)difficulty walking

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Bell palsy is a disorder of the seventh cranial nerve (facial nerve) causing a sudden onset of weakness or paralysis of facial muscles on one side of the face. Common symptoms include inability to smile, whistle, or grimace; drooping of the mouth with drooling of saliva; and inability to close the eye on the affected side.

Bell Palsy Is Characterized by