Patient's question:
Due to my body possibly having a cold a couple of days ago and also experiencing diarrhea again yesterday morning after going to bed, I suddenly developed facial paralysis. Later, after the doctor's examination, the doctor said it was caused by a viral infection of the face. I would like to ask if a virus can cause facial paralysis?Doctor's answer:
Viruses can cause facial paralysis to recur, and the condition is not affected by season or age, so facial paralysis can occur in people of any age. Once facial paralysis reappears, it is important to undergo proper examination and treatment. For facial paralysis caused by viral infection, the first step is to determine antiviral medication to provide immediate relief, while combining acupuncture methods for better treatment outcomes.