Question
What are the treatment methods for facial paralysis? My mouth is always crooked, and my eyes and nose are also asymmetric. I have a numb sensation in my tongue, and my right ear occasionally hurts. It’s very uncomfortable. I went to see an acupuncturist, and he said my condition is not suitable for acupuncture, and medication treatment is the only option.
Answer
Based on the symptoms you described, including a crooked mouth, asymmetric eyes and nose, numbness in the tongue, and occasional pain in the right ear, these are typical symptoms of facial paralysis. There is no self-treatment for facial paralysis, and timely medical intervention is crucial for recovery. It is recommended that you seek help from a professional doctor as soon as possible and combine traditional Chinese therapies such as acupuncture and cupping. Treatment methods for facial paralysis include applying eel blood, acupuncture, injury treatment, cupping, corrosion, moxibustion, electroacupuncture, physical therapy, nasal decongestants, and hand treatment.