Question
What are the treatment methods for facial paralysis?
Answer
While taking oral nutritional nerve drugs, acupuncture therapy can be implemented to activate facial Qi and blood circulation, effectively expel facial wind-cold stagnation, and restore normal function of the facial muscles. It is recommended to wash the face with hot water during treatment, perform cold compress therapy, and wear a mask when going out to avoid direct cold wind exposure, in order to prevent exacerbation of the symptoms of facial paralysis. For patients with acute facial neuritis, it is important to initiate antiviral, hormone, and symptomatic treatment as soon as a diagnosis is made to grasp the best treatment opportunity and prevent the occurrence of sequelae. Appropriately increasing the intake of vitamin B complex can also aid in treatment.