Most patients with facial paralysis can recover to 100%, while some patients with severe condition may have sequelae.
Facial paralysis, also known as facial nerve palsy, refers to the loss of facial muscle motor function caused by direct or indirect damage to the facial nerve. Most patients start to recover 2~4 weeks after the onset of the disease and fully recover after 3~4 months. For patients who do not receive any treatment, 70% of them can still recover completely 6 months after the onset of the disease. Professional treatment can play a role in accelerating the recovery speed and preventing the occurrence of after-effects.
Common treatments include medication, physical therapy, Chinese medicine, etc. Patients with mild facial paralysis and good physical condition will recover relatively faster.
Patients are advised to cooperate with professional treatment with a positive and optimistic mindset, ensure sufficient sleep and nutritional intake, pay attention to facial warmth, and avoid direct exposure to cold wind. Do not blindly self-medicate to avoid adverse consequences.