Question
I wore too little last night and caught a cold, which later led to facial paralysis. How do I treat facial paralysis caused by a cold?
Answer
Facial paralysis, also known as facial nerve palsy, is often related to viral infections. Since the common cold is caused by viral infection, facial paralysis is most commonly seen after a cold. It is recommended to take antiviral and nerve-nourishing, microcirculatory stabilization medications under a doctor’s guidance, with the treatment course generally lasting about two weeks. As you enter the recovery phase, you can also combine acupuncture and physical therapy for treatment. Engage in sports and maintain physical and mental health, and keep personal hygiene.