Patient's question:
Previously, I experienced a headache and earache for two days, followed by facial paralysis. When I went to the hospital, the ophthalmologist said it was shingles and prescribed ten days of antiviral intravenous drips, while also starting acupuncture. Now, my right ear feels blocked, and the facial paralysis treatment isn't showing significant improvement. My eyes can't close, and my mouth is to the right side, with symptoms primarily on the right face.Doctor's answer:
Hello, Bell's palsy is a common and frequently occurring disease, usually caused by wind-cold. The invasion of wind-cold leads to mouth and eye deviation. It is a disease characterized by motor dysfunction of the facial expression muscle groups. It is recommended that you seek medical attention at a formal facial nerve hospital. On the one hand, this will alleviate the condition, and on the other hand, early detection and treatment can save medical costs. It is crucial not to use medication blindly on your own, as this may interfere with diagnosis and affect the efficacy, leading to unnecessary loss.