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Is bell's palsy contagious?
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No: Even though some believe a viral infection plays a role in bell's palsy, the "disease" is not contagious.
Answered 2/20/2013
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No: Bell's palsy may be related to a viral infection of the facial nerve but this is not thought to be contagious.
Answered 5/17/2012
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