Patient's question:
Grandma came down this morning and her face is a bit stiff, like she has a facial paralysis. We don't know which department to see for facial paralysis.Doctor's answer:
Facial paralysis is mostly caused by various factors such as catching a cold, wind exposure, viral infections, or cerebrovascular diseases. If not treated actively, it can lead to lingering aftereffects like crooked mouth and eyes, disrupting normal training and daily life. Active treatment is quite necessary. It is essential to visit a hospital for follow-up examinations and thorough checks to confirm the diagnosis, identify the cause, and allow specialized doctors to adopt corresponding treatments based on the root cause to avoid missing the opportunity for timely intervention. When visiting the hospital for follow-up, the neurology department should be consulted.