Question
What medications should be used to treat facial paralysis, or are there any other treatment options?
Answer
The treatment of facial paralysis with Western medicine includes the oral administration of prednisone, and if the blood count is elevated, it is combined with antibiotics. If the lymphocytes are elevated, antiviral drugs are prescribed. There are certain risks associated with Western medicine treatment, and it must be taken under a doctor’s guidance. In addition, hormones should not be taken for long periods of time. Prolonged and excessive use of hormones can lead to Cushing’s syndrome, triggering neurological and psychiatric symptoms, as well as serious complications such as gastrointestinal ulcers and osteoporosis.