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Need some help please my left side of my face is normal looking but for some reason over this past 2 years my right side , face has been dropping ?

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Dr. Fidias De Leon answered

Specializes in Nuclear Medicine

Bells palsy?: One of the most common causes of face dropping in young patients as yourself is bell's palsy, a condition affecting specific nerves in your face. Viral infections may cause this problem. I would consult with your doctor.

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Answered 7/19/2013

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