Yes: The facial nerve travels just behind the ear drum on its way to supply the muscles of facial expression including the muscles of the upper and lower lid. Its as possible for infection or tissue swelling to affect the nerve. It is uncommon and usually a reversible problem
Answered 5/15/2018
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