What is Ramsay Hunt syndrome, the condition affecting Justin Bieber?


Justin Bieber has revealed that he is suffering from a rare

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condition that has paralyzed one side of his face.

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Earlier this week, the Canadian singer canceled a number of upcoming shows because of illness,

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and on Friday he told fans he has been diagnosed with Ramsay Hunt syndrome.

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It is from this virus that attacks the nerve in my ear and my facial nerves,

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and has caused my face to have paralysis,” the 28-year-old singer said in an Instagram video.

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“As you can see, this eye is not blinking.

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I can’t smile on this side of my face.

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This nostril will not move.”

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