Question
After nearly two and a half months of acupuncture and Western medicine treatment, the facial palsy is almost recovered. The mouth is still numb, and it makes a sound when moving the mouth or ears. I’ve had acupuncture seven or eight times, but now I’m only taking a medication called Mekrol. Did it relieve the condition two days ago?
Answer
Facial paralysis is caused by a viral infection of the facial nerve, triggered by cold or wind, known as facial neuritis. The main treatment measures include a combination of nutritional nerve therapy and regional physical therapy. The medications used include galantamine, vitamin B12, and Xueshutong, which stabilize blood circulation. During the treatment of facial palsy, if you have a cold with symptoms, you can stop coughing. If you have phlegm, you can stop coughing. If you have a fever or cough with phlegm, antibiotics should be taken. It’s especially important to be cautious and avoid wind exposure, especially to the face.