Patient's question:
Recently, I've noticed that my right cheek hasn't been feeling quite normal while washing my face in the morning. When I smile slightly, my right cheek reacts slowly, and there's a slight stiffness in the muscles of my face, which looks quite unpleasant. Sometimes when I take a nap, saliva flows uncontrollably from my right side. After a careful examination, it was diagnosed as facial paralysis. How can acupuncture be used to treat facial paralysis?Doctor's answer:
According to the situation you described, acupuncture is undoubtedly the fastest and most effective method for treating facial paralysis at present. The early treatment effect for facial paralysis is still very good, and it is not age-specific. The earlier the treatment, the better, and it is best to follow up within seven days of onset. During the treatment period, it is recommended to avoid smoking, alcohol, spicy foods like chili peppers, and to stay away from wind and cold. It is advisable to wear a scarf when going out in winter. The general treatment period is 10-20 days, although some may recover on their own within a week.