Lizette shares her recent diagnosis and recovery from surgery. She was recently diagnosed with left hemifacial spasms (HFS) and underwent a microvascular decompression surgery (MVD) to help correct/alleviate the spasms. Hemifacial spasm is a rare neuromuscular disease characterized by irregular, involuntary muscle contractions on one side of the face. The facial muscles are controlled by the facial nerve. The cause of hemifacial spasm is most often a blood vessel touching or pulsing against a facial nerve. A facial nerve injury or a tumor also can cause it. She shares her story to shed light on the minor symptoms or ailments that often go unnoticed. We encourage everyone to make sure they are connected to a caring, thorough provider who is going to listen to your concerns. Remember - we can all do hard things.