Question
How to deal with facial paralysis?
Answer
The treatment principle for facial paralysis is to promote the early resolution of regional inflammation and edema, and to facilitate the complete recovery of neural function. Methods include non-surgical treatment and surgical treatment. Non-surgical treatments include: (1) For peripheral facial nerve palsy, such as due to viral infection, antiviral, nerve-nourishing, corticosteroids, B vitamins, and other medications can be used. (2) Protect the exposed cornea and prevent conjunctivitis with eye masks, eye drops, and ointments. (3) Massage the paralyzed facial muscles with your hands, several times a day, for 5 to 10 minutes each time. (4) Physical therapy, commonly used methods include ultrashort wave, low-mid frequency electrotherapy, laser therapy, and drug infusion. Surgical treatment is indicated for patients who have not responded to non-surgical treatment and have a disease duration of more than 3 months.