Questions
What are the early symptoms of facial paralysis? Is acupuncture therapy effective for treating facial paralysis? Do you need to use acupuncture on the right side of the face if you have paralysis on the left side?
Answers
Early symptoms of facial paralysis include crooked mouth corners, drooling, and inability to close the mouth. Acupuncture and electroacupuncture treatments are effective, but the needle placement should be determined based on the patient’s condition. During the illness, it is advisable to maintain a light diet and avoid direct cold wind blowing onto the face.