Patient's question:
My friend has been experiencing severe facial pain recently and has been unable to rest at night. After visiting the hospital for a check-up, they found out that it was facial nerve palsy. I would like to know about the treatment methods for facial nerve palsy and how long the recovery time is.Doctor's answer:
The general treatment time for facial nerve palsy is about twenty days to one month. Some people recover completely, but it may take one to even a year for normal recovery. It is recommended that you visit a formal acupuncture hospital for follow-up treatment, persist in acupuncture, and combine it with herbal medicine regulation. Avoid wind, especially wind and cold, especially direct blowing on the face and behind the ear. Strengthen the function of facial expression muscles through exercises such as frowning, closing your eyes, and blowing out your cheeks. Maintain a light diet and avoid alcohol. Wishing the patient a speedy recovery and good health!