A patient describes her mother experiencing symptoms of left facial spasm, dizziness, headache, and poor mental health, and inquires about the cause.

Treatment Recommendations for Simple Facial Palsy

The treatment and recovery period for facial paralysis vary from person to person

How should facial paralysis be treated?

Treatment methods and suggestions for facial paralysis

During the period of facial paralysis Sequelae, patients should take adequate rest and continue to prevent colds. Post-stroke symptoms may include increased facial wrinkles, inability to fully close the eyes, dizziness, and other symptoms.

The treatment for facial paralysis typically includes physical therapy, medication, and surgical treatment. The rate of recovery depends on the severity of the condition and the extent of nerve damage. Patients should pay attention to staying warm and actively prevent colds to promote recovery.

Facial paralysis should be checked and treated in the Neurology Department.

Facial paralysis is caused by inflammation of the facial nerve, leading to abnormal facial muscle or sensory function, symptoms may include numbness, muscle weakness, and more. Treatment should be initiated promptly, using corticosteroids and other medications to reduce inflammation and swelling, and to nourish the nerves to restore nerve function.

At 23 days postpartum, the patient experienced right side tonsillitis again at 19 days postpartum, accompanied by ear pain and facial swelling. Diagnosed with facial neuralgia, the doctor advised to stop breastfeeding and use antiviral, hormone, and other medications for treatment. The patient needs to empty the breasts regularly to prevent milk deficiency.