Patient's question:
A few weeks ago, my father had a condition called facial paralysis due to a stroke, which made it impossible for his eyes to close normally and he always felt weak. He underwent a thorough examination and was diagnosed with facial paralysis caused by a cerebral infarction. The doctor said that with active treatment and rehabilitation, he could recover. I would like to ask how long it takes to recover from facial paralysis caused by a cerebral infarction?Doctor's answer:
If after careful examination and consideration, it is determined that the facial nerve paralysis is caused by a cerebral infarction, this situation should be paid attention to and actively treated. In particular, for workers, active medication should be administered. Typically, antithrombotic drugs and neurotrophic drugs are required for treatment. For the symptoms of facial paralysis, acupuncture and physiotherapy can be considered for complete recovery. If there is no significant improvement after one year, it should be classified as a sequela.