Question
Will symptoms worsen during the facial paralysis treatment process?
Answer
Facial paralysis is not cured in a short period of time and generally consists of acute, remission, and residual phases. During the acute phase, symptoms may gradually appear within 7 to 10 days; followed by the remission phase, which lasts about a month and primarily involves acupuncture and stimulation of related acupoints. Finally, the residual phase requires a combination of acupuncture and medication for treatment. This type of facial paralysis requires long-term treatment to see results, and it usually affects the elderly and those with weaker constitutions. Wishing patients a swift recovery!