How to treat facial paralysis in children
Disease description:
My son developed facial paralysis due to a viral infection, and his mouth is visibly crooked. How should pediatric facial paralysis be treated?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhou Xiaofeng
The main treatments for pediatric facial paralysis include:
1. Medication: For facial paralysis caused by bacterial infection, antibiotics such as amoxicillin capsules or cephalosporin tablets can be used to eliminate inflammation. Additionally, neurotrophic agents and B-complex vitamins are administered to promote recovery of nerve function.
2. Physical therapy: Commonly used physical therapies include heat application, acupuncture, and low-to-medium frequency electrical stimulation. Heat application helps relieve muscle tension; acupuncture stimulates specific points to improve blood circulation and support nerve function recovery.
3. Dietary adjustment: Maintain a light diet and avoid excessively spicy or irritating foods to reduce stimulation of the facial nerves.
4. Self-exercise: Facial nerve and muscle recovery can be promoted through self-massage and active exercise methods, such as massaging facial muscles and performing chewing movements.
