Question
The younger brother of my neighbor has congenital facial paralysis, which causes difficulty in maintaining an upright posture of the head, unclear speech, and has not received education. He also shows mild symptoms of depression and sometimes does not want to sleep at night.
Answer
Western medical treatment for facial paralysis typically includes the use of oral prednisone, with antibiotics used in conjunction with patients who have abnormal blood counts, and antiviral drugs may be required for lymphocyte abnormalities. However, Western medical treatments come with their own risks and must be used under a doctor’s guidance. In addition, long-term and excessive use of hormones may lead to Cushing’s syndrome, trigger neurological and psychiatric symptoms, as well as severe conditions such as gastrointestinal ulcers and osteoporosis. Therefore, caution is needed when using hormone therapy, and regular monitoring of the condition’s changes is essential.