Question
Can facial paralysis be cured? I’m always experiencing recurring attacks, and I’m very anxious.
Answer
If you’re in the early stages, acupuncture can be used along with Chinese or Western medicine; for more severe cases, surgery is usually recommended. A special material is used to separate the facial nerve from a blood vessel behind the ear. This method may completely resolve the issue, but if the paralysis has been present for a while, it may be more difficult to restore any changes in facial appearance that have already occurred.