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TV Host Avri Gilad Reveals Sudden Facial Paralysis
Israeli television presenter Avri Gilad revealed on Friday that he has been diagnosed with Bell's palsy, a condition that has left half of his face paralyzed. Gilad discovered the condition upon waking up on Thursday morning and immediately sought medical attention.
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What happened
- 01Israeli television presenter Avri Gilad revealed on Friday that he has been diagnosed with Bell's palsy.
- 02Gilad woke up on Thursday morning to find half of his face suddenly paralyzed.
- 03He shared his diagnosis during an episode of his podcast, Tandem, with co-host Rabbi Mordechai Gottlieb.
- 04Gilad has sought medical evaluation and is undergoing treatment, though a full recovery remains uncertain.
- 05The paralysis has caused daily difficulties for Gilad, including trouble drinking coffee without it dripping.
- 06Gilad is approaching the medical challenge with humor, optimism, and what he described as joy.
- 07He speculated that his habit of chewing gum throughout the day may have caused inflammation of his facial nerve.
Gilad shared his diagnosis during an episode of his podcast, Tandem, which he co-hosts with Rabbi Mordechai Gottlieb. He described his face as completely crooked and noted that he has already begun medical treatment, though doctors have told him that a full recovery is not guaranteed.
Despite the sudden paralysis, which has caused daily difficulties such as trouble drinking, Gilad is choosing to face the situation with humor and optimism. He speculated that his habit of chewing gum for extended periods throughout the day may have caused inflammation of his facial nerve, leading to the condition.
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