Patient's question:
I am 59 years old this year, and I have had facial paralysis for over five years. Initially, I treated it for a period of time, but later I didn't focus on the treatment. Hello, can facial paralysis be treated after ten years?Doctor's answer:
Bell's palsy is caused by facial nerve damage, so during the acute phase of recurrence, medication to nourish the nerves should be the primary treatment. In the later recovery phase, acupuncture and heat therapy are generally used to reduce nerve edema. The optimal treatment period for Bell's palsy is within 3 months of onset, when the effects are most significant. If the condition has been present for more than 5 years, the treatment outcomes may not be as effective.