Rapper SkinnyFromthe9 Reveals Bell’s Palsy Diagnosis

Rapper Skinnyfromthe9 has revealed that’s he’s been diagnosed with Bell’s Palsy.

The New Jersey rapper took to his Instagram on Monday to address why he’s been seen wearing an eye patch.

The rapper revealed that he’s been diagnosed with Bell’s palsy, a condition that causes temporary facial paralysis, or weakness on one’s side of the face.

He told his fans: “Everybody’s wondering why I have an eye patch,” he wrote. “I went to the hospital today and they told me I have Bell’s palsy. Basically, it’s when half of your face is paralyzed,” adding “For me, my whole left side is paralyzed.”

He also posted a video with a caption that read:

“I ain’t embarrassed of nothing but I feel like I owe my fans/friends/ & people I love an explanation but I got tired of hitting everyone back individually so I went to the hospital today & they told me I have ”bells palsy” basically half my face is paralyzed & this just happens no warning no nothing I’m seeing a neurologist tomorrow
& if you play close attention you can see I’m have trouble with my speech
“Sounds appear louder
My fave hurts a little
Can’t move my lip
slurred words
Eye can’t mov
Can’t blink.’

“Praying to get better”