Patient's question:
I was hit in the face in 2005 and didn't understand it at the time, so I kept applying ice to it until now. The area where I was hit is slightly swollen, but when I blink, my face moves along with it. What should I do? I had it checked for facial spasms, but they said it wasn't that; it's due to blood vessels and nerves sticking together that cause the face to move. What kind of assistance is needed: What is this exactly? Can it be cured?Doctor's answer:
Facial spasm is also known as facial twitching. Hemifacial spasm refers to paroxysmal, non-limitless, and irregular muscle twitching on one side of the face, without other positive signs of neurological damage. When facial spasm is accompanied by other cranial nerve damage, limb dysfunction, or involuntary limb movements, intracranial inflammation should be considered, and medical attention is required for diagnosis. Facial spasm is primarily treated with medication. Wishing the patient a speedy recovery!