Patient's question:
I have been having facial paralysis acupuncture for half a month, but my condition hasn't improved. I am taking Western medicine such as methylcobalamin and antiviral granules. How should I treat facial paralysis if it hasn't improved after half a month of acupuncture?Doctor's answer:
According to the symptoms you mentioned, this type of facial paralysis is usually caused by a viral infection or facial nerve damage due to cold exposure, leading to cerebral edema. It is recommended to take methylcobalamin orally while also using antiviral and blood-activating, collaterals-unblocking medications. It would be best to combine this with acupuncture treatment. This can enhance the therapeutic effect and make it easier for children to recover from this condition. Friends with this condition should maintain a positive attitude and face it with optimism. Only in this way can they boost their confidence in fighting the disease and believe that recovery is certain.