Question
At first, I had many shingles on my face, and then I developed facial paralysis. How should facial paralysis caused by shingles be treated?
Answer
For facial paralysis caused by shingles, it is recommended to take nutritional nerve drugs, such as vitamin B12, and combine with the doctor’s acupuncture and massage treatment. Pay attention to rest, avoid catching a cold and blowing wind, to stabilize the condition. Shingles is a viral condition, which can be treated with acyclovir, and it is suggested to enhance diet nutrition, increase exercise, and improve immunity to help with the complete recovery of the condition. Wishing you good health.