Sen. Katie Britt Hospitalized Over the Weekend for “Sudden Onset” of Face Numbness Likely Caused by “Post-Viral Infection”
Freshman Sen. Katie Britt (R-AL) was admitted to a hospital this weekend after her face suddenly went numb, according to a statement released Monday night. Britt was sent home after doctors determined the numbness was likely caused by a “post-viral infection.” Recovery should take “several weeks.” Britt, 41 years-old, was sworn in to office on January 3, 2023 after winning election in November 2022.
“While with my family in Montgomery this past weekend, I experienced a sudden onset of numbness in my face. I was admitted to Baptist Medical Center South for evaluation. Doctors determined my symptoms were a result of swelling of a facial nerve, most likely caused by a post-viral infection. A specialist at UAB looked at Britt as an outpatient and concurred with the prognosis and course of treatment.
