Patient's question:
What should I do about facial paralysis? What ointment should I use for facial paralysis? What medicine should I take for facial paralysis?Doctor's answer:
Facial nerve palsy, also known as facial neuritis or Bell's palsy, is a common condition known as facial paralysis, crooked mouth, crooked lips, or "hanging wire wind." It is a common disease characterized by the dysfunction of facial expression muscles. The general symptoms include mouth and eye deviation. It is a prevalent and frequently occurring disease that is not limited by age. Patients often cannot even perform basic facial movements such as raising their eyebrows, closing their eyes, or pouting. It is recommended to seek treatment from a traditional Chinese medicine acupuncturist in a nearby hospital. Acupuncture is currently recognized as the fastest and most effective treatment. Facial paralysis does not discriminate by age, and the earlier the treatment, the better. It is best to seek medical attention within one week of onset. During treatment, it is advisable to avoid smoking, alcohol, spicy foods like chili peppers, and exposure to cold winds. Wearing a scarf when going out in winter is recommended. The general treatment period is 10-20 days, although some patients may recover within a week.