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Why the Quietness?
By Nick Hodge | December 9, 2009
It is rather strange for me to be quiet. Especially online and on this blog specifically.
Twitter is partly to blame: it is where my creative mind finds an outlet.
Another is a little more sinister. And I use the word sinister also meaning left-hand-side
In April 2007 I talked on my experience of Bell’s Palsy.
Over the last month, the left-hand side of my face didn’t go numb nor fall, but there has been an intense ache.
Now the right hand side of my face is showing some weirdness. A nervous twitching when I yawn, eat, talk, look up or smile. This twitching lasts for 1–2 seconds and is noticeable, and changes my speech pattern. It is quite disconcerting giving presentations and having your face go crazy. I am quite self-conscious about the visual effect.
From reports from other Bell’s sufferers, this is a potential issue. Doctors report that this is a function of the muscles and nerves of the face rebalancing the weakness on one side.
So, its working online and from home with a few outward bound events.
And rest.
So, if you don’t see my “in the flesh” or being prolific online. There is my reason.
Topics: bellspalsy | 5 Comments »
December 9th, 2009 at 11:53 pm
Oh dear, so sorry to read this
Hope you feel better tout suite Nick.
Your online absence is certainly felt
December 10th, 2009 at 12:45 am
Nick, best of luck to you in recovery and recuperation.
December 11th, 2009 at 3:50 am
Was wondering what had happened to you. Hang in there!
Andrew
December 12th, 2009 at 9:40 am
Good to hear you are ok, kinda…I know the feeling literally…lucky for me, mine stopped when I was a kid…stay strong my man…let’s catch up when you can…
December 15th, 2009 at 4:18 pm
Sorry to hear Nick, I hope all works out and we see you front and centre again, you are a great asset to Microsoft Aust and I know I really enjoy your presentations and knowledge you bring.