Personal Stories


Bell's Palsy

Katey’s Story

Katey has struggled to access specialist follow-up care for Bell’s palsy.

Melkersson-Rosenthal Syndrome

Myasthenia Gravis

Sarah’s Story

Sarah has two rare conditions that cause facial palsy.

Facial Palsy From Birth

Frey’s Story

Frey was born with facial palsy. Now a writer, she uses her work as an escape from reality.

Bell's Palsy

Samantha’s Story

Samantha developed Bell’s palsy in March 2017 whilst pregnant with twin girls.

Bell's Palsy

Paul’s Story

Paul would like to see more awareness amongst doctors, particularly in A&E.

Bell's Palsy

Milly’s Story

Milly was diagnosed with Bell’s palsy at age 15 just as she started her GCSEs.

Bell's Palsy

Lois’s Story

Ex nurse Lois, from Wales, knew she hadn’t had a stroke when she woke up Bell’s palsy in 2018.

Bell's Palsy

Donna’s Story

A diagnosis of Bell’s palsy made Donna re-evaluate her life, she now promotes body positivity.

Facial Palsy From Birth

Moebius Syndrome

Jade’s Story

Born with Moebius syndrome, Jade shares her story.

Bell's Palsy

Lynne’s Story

Lynne has really struggled with losing her smile since getting Bell’s palsy.

Facial Palsy From Birth

Moebius Syndrome

Kristy’s Story

Kristy was only diagnosed after a chance meeting.

Bell's Palsy

Clare’s Story

Clare shares her story of how Bell’s palsy struck on Christmas Day and changed her life.