Understanding Post-Facial Nerve Paralysis Symptoms and Concerns
Post-facial nerve paralysis sequelae Hello Doctor: About seven years ago, I suffered from facial nerve paralysis on the left side of my face. During rehabilitation, the doctor mentioned that my recovery was good due to my young age, and after about six months, I almost fully reco...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
The issue you mentioned is indeed a sequela of facial nerve paralysis. It is recommended that you visit a rehabilitation department for a rehabilitation program.[Read More] Understanding Post-Facial Nerve Paralysis Symptoms and Concerns
Improving Facial Nerve Recovery After Trauma: Effective Treatments
Facial nerve Hello, doctor. Six years ago, I suffered a head injury that resulted in facial nerve damage. I underwent acupuncture treatment within three months of the onset, and I have recovered about 70-80%. However, I still cannot achieve complete recovery (for example, my blin...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Hello, the recovery of the nervous system cannot be 100%, and the asymmetry on both sides may be similar to the natural size difference between two hands. This is something you may need to try to accept.[Read More] Improving Facial Nerve Recovery After Trauma: Effective Treatments
Understanding Facial Numbness: Causes and When to Seek Help
Numbness on the left side of the face? Hello Doctor, since last Saturday, I've been feeling something unusual on the left side of my face, with a tingling sensation that feels different from the right side. However, there is no drooping of the face, and I can speak and eat n...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
It could be an issue with the trigeminal nerve or the brainstem. As for the underlying cause, it may be due to nerve inflammation, ischemia, or compression. A definitive diagnosis will likely require further examination or tests arranged by a physician during your visit.[Read More] Understanding Facial Numbness: Causes and When to Seek Help
Effectiveness of Steroid Treatment for Facial Nerve Paralysis
Regarding the use of steroids for facial nerve paralysis? Dr. Gao: Hello! My mother has been living in Shanghai, China, and she experienced facial nerve paralysis in early May, with symptoms including lower eyelid drooping and eversion, drooling while eating, pain behind the ear,...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
The use of steroids is effective in reducing inflammation and edema during the early stages of the disease, typically for seven to ten days. After that, rehabilitation and acupuncture are relied upon. Your physician's approach may have specific considerations, and if you hav...[Read More] Effectiveness of Steroid Treatment for Facial Nerve Paralysis
Understanding Facial Nerve Issues: One-Sided Facial Movement Problems
Facial paralysis on one side? The left side of the face does not experience numbness, drooping, tearing, or drooling, but it does not move when smiling or speaking. Could this also be a facial nerve issue? Thank you.
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, facial nerve paralysis can sometimes present with sensations of numbness or stiffness in the face. Due to the inability to close the eyelids, tearing may also occur. If the nerve damage is more extensive, patients may notice increased sensitivity...[Read More] Understanding Facial Nerve Issues: One-Sided Facial Movement Problems
Understanding Facial Nerve Paralysis: Treatment and Recovery Insights
Facial nerve paralysis Hello, doctor. About a year ago, I experienced facial nerve paralysis on the left side of my face, which recovered well and was almost fully healed. However, two weeks ago, I developed similar symptoms on the right side of my face, with nerve paralysis. Sin...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, facial nerve paralysis may sometimes present with pain behind the ear, and there may be sensations of numbness or stiffness in the face. Due to the inability to close the eyelids, tearing may also occur. If the nerve damage is more extensive, pat...[Read More] Understanding Facial Nerve Paralysis: Treatment and Recovery Insights
Understanding Facial Nerve Issues: Tips for Managing Facial Tingling
Facial nerve Hello, I have been experiencing facial numbness (especially when using my eyes) for the past six months. However, it is not severe, does not affect my daily life, and has not progressed to facial nerve paralysis. I previously consulted a doctor who mentioned that it ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Based on your description, the issue with facial numbness is likely related to the trigeminal nerve. The trigeminal nerve distributes sensory information from the forehead, cheeks, and chin to our brain. Sensations within the oral cavity are also transmitted by the trigeminal ner...[Read More] Understanding Facial Nerve Issues: Tips for Managing Facial Tingling
Understanding Facial Nerve Dysfunction: Causes and Concerns
Facial nerve palsy Since May 2, I have noticed that the muscles on the left side of my face, including my eye and mouth, are unable to move. I am unsure if this is related to my long-term use of products containing Betamethasone dipropionate and Gentamicin sulfate.
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Dear Alex, this should not be a problem; it is likely facial nerve paralysis. Please see a neurologist for diagnosis and treatment as soon as possible.[Read More] Understanding Facial Nerve Dysfunction: Causes and Concerns
Facial Nerve Paralysis: Addressing Hearing Issues and Next Steps
Facial nerve paralysis with impaired hearing? Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing facial nerve paralysis for over a month now. My facial asymmetry has improved, but I still have strange sensations in my ear, difficulty hearing, and I am very sensitive to loud and sharp sounds...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, 80% of patients with facial nerve paralysis will recover within 4 to 6 weeks, while a small portion may experience very slow recovery, potentially taking over 2 years, and often with incomplete recovery. During the acute phase, treatment includes...[Read More] Facial Nerve Paralysis: Addressing Hearing Issues and Next Steps
Understanding Sudden Numbness in Right Face and Hand: Possible Causes
Numbness in the right hand and right side of the face? Hello, Doctor. Last night before bed, I suddenly experienced pain behind my right ear, and gradually I felt a tingling sensation in my right cheek. About 10 minutes later, my right hand also started to feel numb, which lasted...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
If there are symptoms on the right side of the face along with the right hand, the lesion is likely located in the brain. Transient symptoms could indicate ischemia or electrical discharge. If there is simply pain in the right ear followed by unusual sensations in the right cheek...[Read More] Understanding Sudden Numbness in Right Face and Hand: Possible Causes
Understanding Facial Numbness: Causes and Next Steps for Relief
Numbness in the left cheek? Hello, Doctor. My question is regarding my left cheek, from the corner of my left eye to the left side of my mouth. I have seen a neurologist and underwent facial nerve stimulation tests, which came back normal. I have taken antihistamines and medicati...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Dear Mr. Liu, with the current technology, it is indeed difficult to detect the small branches of nerves in the epidermis. I believe this is more related to your issue. The facial nerve stimulation test can inform us whether there is an obstruction in the circuit between the fift...[Read More] Understanding Facial Numbness: Causes and Next Steps for Relief
Facial Nerve Issues: Can Recovery Continue After Six Months?
Facial nerve dysfunction lasting more than six months? If the facial nerve has not improved after more than six months, and you experience a crooked smile and involuntary tearing while eating, what additional measures can be taken to enhance recovery? I have undergone acupuncture...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Dear Miaomiao, it is possible that after six months, the rate of improvement may slow down, but continuous stimulation can still help with the development of the blue star.[Read More] Facial Nerve Issues: Can Recovery Continue After Six Months?
Understanding Persistent Upper Lip Stiffness: Neurological Insights
A stiff and tight sensation in the upper lip? I have been experiencing this sensation for about six months now. My upper lip always feels numb and stiff, and sometimes it even feels sore, which is very uncomfortable. I really don't want to feel this way all the time, as it h...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Dear Anonymous, 1. Forcing yourself to wear a smile when there's nothing wrong will definitely not make you look foolish; instead, it can lead to remarkable improvements in your mood and enhance your social interactions. So, please smile more often when you can! It is defi...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Upper Lip Stiffness: Neurological Insights
Understanding Pain in the Upper Right Jaw After Facial Nerve Rehabilitation
Pain in the upper right maxilla? Doctor, I apologize for the interruption. May I ask if it is normal to experience pain in the area of the upper right jaw near the right eye after undergoing rehabilitation for right facial nerve paralysis, or could it indicate some other conditio...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
Facial nerve paralysis typically does not cause pain in the maxilla, and there should be no pain after rehabilitation. In this area, inflammatory issues related to the sinuses or the orbit should be considered.[Read More] Understanding Pain in the Upper Right Jaw After Facial Nerve Rehabilitation
Understanding Clicking Sounds in the Left Ear: Possible Causes and Insights
A "clicking" sound is heard in the left ear? Hello Doctor, I am currently a high school freshman. Three days ago, I started hearing a "clicking" sound in my left ear intermittently. After a few days of self-observation, I noticed that this sound occurs when I ...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
Your current situation does not seem to resemble the facial nerve issue I previously mentioned. It is more likely that there is a small foreign object in the external auditory canal, such as a hair or earwax debris, which may be causing sounds when the facial muscles move and aff...[Read More] Understanding Clicking Sounds in the Left Ear: Possible Causes and Insights
Understanding Jaw Twitching: Causes and Concerns for Your Health
The chin is constantly twitching? This morning, I woke up early and my jaw felt normal. However, after having breakfast, I noticed that my jaw has been twitching continuously! It feels similar to an eyelid twitch! It’s not painful or itchy, but it has been twitching for half a da...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Dear Q, the symptoms you described may require a visit to a neurologist to check for potential facial nerve issues. Please go to the neurology outpatient clinic for an examination as soon as possible! Best regards, Lan Shengxing.[Read More] Understanding Jaw Twitching: Causes and Concerns for Your Health
Understanding Facial Nerve Symptoms: Do You Need Acupuncture?
Facial nerve Hello doctor, for about a week now, every evening, I experience a tingling, warm, and slightly swollen sensation on the left side of my face (from the corner of my eye to my ear and cheek). A traditional Chinese medicine doctor mentioned that my pre-existing heart co...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Dear Hua, without observing this symptom or conducting a neurological examination, it is difficult to determine the disease and provide recommendations. I can only suggest that you follow the treatment as directed by your traditional Chinese medicine practitioner. If you wish to ...[Read More] Understanding Facial Nerve Symptoms: Do You Need Acupuncture?
Exploring Surgical Options for Persistent Facial Nerve Damage
Facial nerve sequelae Hello: I have been experiencing facial nerve damage for over six months. Although there has been some improvement, about 30% of the function has not recovered! Currently, when I blink, my mouth corner is also affected! Do I need surgery for this? I also hear...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Dear Miaomiao, these sequelae can indeed be quite bothersome, and the progression may be slow at this stage. My personal suggestion is to practice facial expressions in front of a mirror daily, using the feedback from the mirror to adjust your efforts. However, please do not lose...[Read More] Exploring Surgical Options for Persistent Facial Nerve Damage
Understanding Left Facial Numbness: Possible Causes and Concerns
Numbness in the left cheek? Hello Doctor, my question is that initially I felt like there was a foreign body in my eye, but after visiting an ophthalmologist, they said there was no foreign body. I have also experienced a tingling sensation in the left side of my cheek. The ophth...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
According to your description, the facial sensation abnormalities you mentioned are primarily governed by the trigeminal nerve (the fifth cranial nerve). The area extending from below the left eye to the left side of the lip corresponds to the second division of the trigeminal ne...[Read More] Understanding Left Facial Numbness: Possible Causes and Concerns
Understanding Facial Twitching: Causes and When to Seek Help
Facial nerve twitching? Doctor, I've been experiencing sudden body tremors frequently, my eyelids keep twitching, and the corners of my mouth also twitch. When I stand up after sitting for a long time, I feel very dizzy and my vision gets blurry. Doctor, am I sick???
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
According to your description, eyelid movement is controlled by the facial nerve. If the eyelid is twitching continuously, the physician will first carefully observe the patient's face. If, aside from the eyelid, there is no twitching in other facial muscles, it is classifie...[Read More] Understanding Facial Twitching: Causes and When to Seek Help