How Long Does Facial Paralysis Typically Take to Heal?

Mild cases of facial paralysis usually take about a month to recover, but severe cases may require acupuncture or medication treatment. The recovery time also depends on the individual patient’s condition, such as the presence of mastoid pain or hypertension, and any complications.
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How Long Does Facial Paralysis Typically Take to Heal?

The recovery time for facial paralysis varies from person to person, ranging from a few weeks to a year or even longer, and in some cases, it may never fully heal. Patients can try hot compresses, avoid wind and sun exposure, wear sunglasses, and combine with traditional Chinese medicine acupuncture treatments to promote recovery.
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How Long Does It Take for a Paralyzed Eye to Close?

The treatment during the acute phase of facial paralysis primarily focuses on preventing a recurrence of exposure keratitis. After undergoing standardized treatment, most patients can generally recover eyelid closure within about two weeks. However, some patients may require a longer period, even up to three months or more, and some may leave permanent facial asymmetry or incomplete eyelid closure.
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