Patient's question:
My relative has been treating facial paralysis for these past few months. I visited her a few days ago, and she kept drooling. It's said to be caused by numbness in the tongue. I want to ask the doctor if he can explain what happens when facial paralysis leads to tongue numbness? To understand.Doctor's answer:
Some patients with facial paralysis may experience symptoms such as numbness in the tongue, because facial paralysis involves facial nerve palsy, which is also known as facial neuritis. In layman's terms, it's like a "facial nerve cold," leading to the collapse of facial muscles. Since one branch of the facial nerve controls the lingual nerve, it can interfere with taste buds.The treatment for facial paralysis is primarily based on the combination of acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine. In the near term, it's important to avoid exposure to wind and cold.