Patient's question:
I went outside today and it was very cold. Before that, I already had facial paralysis. Now, I've been exposed to cold wind again and I'm very worried about it. How long does it take for facial paralysis to occur after being exposed to cold wind?Doctor's answer:
The exact cause of this disease, which manifests in person-to-person contact, is not yet clear. It has long been believed that this condition is related to neurotropic viral infections. Most cases recur during colds or upper respiratory infections, and some patients may be infected by herpes zoster. After a recurrence of facial paralysis. As can be seen from the image, the angle of the mouth is lowered, especially when speech content is exposed, whistling, or hearty laughter, the symptoms are particularly pronounced. The symptoms differ depending on the location of facial nerve damage. For example, if the tympanic membrane is affected, 2/3 of the anterior tongue may experience taste impairment. If the sacral region is affected, it may lead to recurrence of allergies. If it is neuritis, in addition to facial paralysis, allergies, and taste impairment, there may also be herpes in the auditory canal. This often involves blowing cold, which can indeed lead to facial paralysis.