Question
My uncle, who is 41 years old, felt fine a few days ago, but yesterday he started to show symptoms of Bell’s palsy. Will it heal without acupuncture?
Answer
Bell’s palsy is caused by various different reasons and you need to undergo examination to determine whether it is due to simple neuritis or vascular disease. After quickly identifying the cause, targeted treatment can be carried out. You can opt for acupuncture treatment and use neurotrophic drugs. Regional electrotherapy can be used, and acupuncture may not always be necessary. Oral vitamin B12 or ergotamine tablets can also be helpful. Proper use of corticosteroids may be better. Wishing the patient a speedy recovery!