Risk Factors for Bell's Palsy
| About risk factors: Risk factors for Bell's Palsy are factors that do not seem to be a direct cause of the disease, but seem to be associated in some way. Having a risk factor for Bell's Palsy makes the chances of getting a condition higher but does not always lead to Bell's Palsy. Also, the absence of any risk factors or having a protective factor does not necessarily guard you against getting Bell's Palsy. For general information and a list of risk factors, see the risk center. |
Risk factor list: The list of risk factors mentioned for Bell's Palsy in various sources includes:
- Pregnancy
- Diabetes
- Influenza
- Cold
- Respiratory ailment
- Cold weather
Last revision: May 26, 2003
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