Question
What are the self-treatment methods for facial paralysis?
Answer
Acupuncture therapy can be used to help control the symptoms of facial paralysis and gradually recover. If not treated actively, there may be a risk of residual symptoms. It is recommended to visit the neurology department of a hospital for a follow-up consultation, and under the guidance of a doctor, use antiviral medications, corticosteroids, and other medications for treatment, while also taking supplements to nourish the nerves. Patients can also undergo routine treatments to prevent the deterioration of the condition, such as self-massage, including facial massage. Typically, this involves warming the palm of the hand by rubbing them together and then placing them on both sides of the face from below upwards towards the brow, passing in front of the ear upwards to the chin, until a feeling of warmth and tingling appears on the cheeks.