TV Host Avri Gilad Reveals Bell's Palsy Diagnosis
Translated & summarized from N12 by baba
Israeli TV presenter Avri Gilad revealed he has been diagnosed with Bell's Palsy, a condition causing sudden facial paralysis. He woke up Thursday to find half his face paralyzed and is undergoing medical treatment, though recovery is uncertain. Gilad is facing the situation with humor and optimism, despite the challenges. Bell's Palsy can affect smiling, speaking, and eye closure, with recovery varying among individuals.
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- TV presenter Avri Gilad revealed his diagnosis with Bell's Palsy, causing facial paralysis.
- Gilad woke up Thursday to find half his face suddenly paralyzed.
- He is receiving medical treatment but is uncertain about a full recovery.
- Gilad is choosing to face the condition with humor and optimism.
- Bell's Palsy can lead to difficulties with smiling, speaking, and closing the eye.
Israeli TV presenter Avri Gilad announced on Friday that he has been diagnosed with Bell's Palsy, a condition causing sudden weakness or paralysis of facial muscles. Gilad, who hosts on Keshet 12, shared his experience on the "Tandem" podcast, which he co-hosts with Rabbi Mordechai Gottlieb.
He described waking up on Thursday morning to find half of his face paralyzed, stating, "My face is completely crooked." Gilad has sought medical attention and is receiving treatment, though he remains uncertain about a full recovery. "I've already seen doctors for examinations, I've received medication, they told me it will pass. Or not," he said.
Despite the uncertainty, Gilad is choosing to face the situation with humor and optimism. "I chose joy. I'm happy I'm crooked. What's there to be straight about? How much can one be straight?" he remarked, even humorously referring to his condition as "Michal Ansky's syndrome" after the culinary personality who previously experienced similar paralysis.
Gilad also speculated that his habit of chewing gum throughout the day might be related to the condition's onset, although the article notes there is no established medical evidence linking gum chewing to Bell's Palsy. The condition typically affects one side of the face, leading to difficulties with smiling, speaking, and closing the eye. While most cases improve within weeks to months, full recovery is not always guaranteed. Other public figures like Michal Ansky and Chali Maman have also publicly shared their experiences with Bell's Palsy.
