Question
My grandfather has shown symptoms of facial paralysis again, and it’s not very severe now. Can facial paralysis gradually recover on its own?
Answer
Firstly, facial paralysis can be categorized as central or peripheral. If it’s central facial paralysis, it could be due to intracranial issues such as a tumor in the pontine cerebellar angle or acute cerebral infarction. Treatment usually involves antiplatelet medications, and a small number of patients may gradually recover. However, if it’s peripheral facial paralysis, it might be caused by a viral infection, and the treatment approach would be different. It’s recommended to consult a neurologist for a follow-up appointment. Generally, it cannot recover gradually on its own.