Patient's question:
I've been dealing with facial paralysis for a month. After acupuncture, my face isn't as numb anymore. I don't know if this counts as improvement. What are the symptoms of facial paralysis recovery?Doctor's answer:
Facial paralysis is primarily characterized by stiffness and loss of function in local muscles due to facial nerve inflammation. After undergoing acupuncture treatment, if the numbness in your face becomes less severe and the symptoms of facial drooping are relieved, such as the nasolabial fold and forehead wrinkle on the affected side starting to become visible, it indicates that the condition has stabilized. Therefore, it is recommended that you continue with acupuncture treatment while also taking some nerve-nourishing medications.