Question
When my child cries or laughs, their mouth is crooked and their eyes are incline. We went to the hospital and the doctor said it was fine. Later, we saw a Chinese medicine doctor and were prescribed some Chinese medicine. How should pediatric facial paralysis be treated?
Answer
Your child’s condition may be peripheral facial nerve palsy. It is recommended to seek timely treatment, which can include a combination of traditional Chinese and Western medicine, such as acupuncture, medium-frequency therapy, and symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication for nourishing nerves like galantamine and Vitamin B12. Additionally, you can try applying eel blood to the affected side of the face and wash it off on the third day. When going out, wear a mask to protect the conjunctiva of the eyes, avoid washing your face with cold water and blowing cold wind, and avoid eating foods that may trigger the condition. It is suggested that parents take their child to a specialist for a follow-up consultation and treat under the guidance of the doctor.