Question

The doctor diagnosed the patient with facial paralysis. How can we help: Hello, what should we pay attention to in our daily diet? Are there any taboos, except for being able to wash our hair after acupuncture?

Answer

Hello, here is some information related to the treatment of facial paralysis. The principle of treatment for facial paralysis is to stabilize regional blood circulation, reduce facial edema, and promote the complete recovery of facial function. Specific measures include:

  1. Early administration of high-dose prednisone, with an initial dose of 1 mg/kg per day, taken twice a day for 5 consecutive days, then gradually reduced to 5 mg per day over the next 10 days.
  2. Use of antiviral drugs.
  3. Administration of high-dose neurotrophic drugs, and appropriate use of vasodilatory drugs such as B vitamins and ATP.
  4. Physical therapy, such as infrared light therapy or ultra-short wave diathermy near the sinus opening.
  5. In terms of traditional Chinese medicine, consider using Qian Zheng San with adjustments. Specific usage and precautions should be followed as instructed by the doctor. The above suggestions and precautions are related to the treatment and daily diet for facial paralysis.