Patient's question:
Detailed medical condition and consultation purpose: Facial paralysis has been present for two months. Currently, she is applying ointment, but the effect is very slow. Please ask which method of treatment is the fastest? However, she has diabetes and other diseases, and the doctor said acupuncture cannot be used.Doctor's answer:
Hello: There are no special treatment measures for Bell's palsy. Corticosteroid hormones, such as prednisone, may be effective if used continuously for 1 to 2 weeks within 2 days of symptom onset. However, whether this can reduce pain and promote recovery is still uncertain.If the eyelids cannot close, lubricating eye drops or eye patches can be used every few hours to protect the eyes. Massage of the paralyzed facial muscles may help with recovery. If the facial paralysis persists for 6 to 12 months or longer, surgical options such as transplanting a healthy nerve (often the hypoglossal nerve) to the paralyzed facial muscles may be considered.