Question
A 23-year-old male patient inquired whether yellow eel blood can be used as part of the treatment when suffering from facial nerve palsy (facial paralysis) and undergoing acupuncture therapy. The patient described symptoms starting from January 14, including ptosis of the eyelids, facial muscle twitching, and no significant improvement after taking traditional Chinese medicine. In fact, on January 17, the expression on the right side of his face was completely lost. He then received acupuncture treatment, but the symptoms persisted.
Answer
Based on the patient’s description, the treatment for facial paralysis primarily involves acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine, with early treatment generally showing better recovery effects. Late-stage treatment may have slower recovery and could potentially leave sequelae. Yellow eel blood is believed to have the effect of promoting blood circulation and connecting meridians, but its efficacy in treating facial paralysis is not significant. It is recommended that patients maintain patience during the treatment process and follow the professional advice of their doctors.