has part has part characteristic of inheres in has modifier Cranial nerve compression Paralysis Facial paralysis Complete loss of ability to move facial muscles innervated by the facial nerve (i.e., the seventh cranial nerve). UMLS:C0015469 Facial paralysis can be caused by compression of the facial nerve.The main difference between facial paralysis and Palsy is cause for the paralysis can be identified, be it a tumor, infection, or nerve damage. Facial paralysis, in most cases, also appears more permanent than Bell's Palsy, with cases lasting for years to life if a patient doesn't seek treatment. Facial paresis UMLS:C0427055 HP:0007209 Facial paralysis SNOMEDCT_US:280816001 HP:0007358 SNOMEDCT_US:95666008 Weakness of facial musculature abnormal paralysed facial muscle