Question
Recently, due to the extreme heat, I blew cold air (18 degrees) from the air conditioner outlet for a long time last night to cool down. As a result, I experienced facial paralysis today. I would like to know how facial paralysis should be treated?
Answer
The exact cause of facial paralysis is not yet clear and may be due to various factors such as viral infections. Exposing oneself to cold air from an air conditioner outlet during hot weather can easily lead to facial paralysis. This is because when sweating, pores open up and sudden exposure to cold stimulation may cause facial nerve dysfunction, which is the symptom of facial paralysis. Current treatment methods for facial paralysis include acupuncture, physical therapy, and can also be supplemented with some medications that nourish the nerves.